List Of Magistrates In Kenya
Magistrate is a civil officer who administers the law, especially one who conducts a court that deals with minor offences and holds preliminary hearings for more serious ones.
In this article Keweb.co tries to answer the question by publishing the full list of Magistrates in Kenya
Below are the Patial List of Magistrates In Kenya
- Jacob Ole Kipury. Chief Magistrate.
- Emily Ominde. Chief Magistrate.
- Judith Wanjala. Chief Magistrate.
- Patricia Gichohi. Chief Magistrate.
- Susan M. Shitubi. Chief Magistrate.
- Samwel M. Mungai. Chief Magistrate.
- Lucy Mutai. Chief Magistrate.
What are the ranks of magistrate in Kenya?
The presiding judicial officer in Magistrate court could be a Chief Magistrate, Senior Principal Magistrate, Senior Resident Magistrate, Resident Magistrate or Principle Magistrate.
Who is the chief magistrate in Kenya?
Lady Justice Martha Karambu Koome was appointed the Chief Justice of Kenya in May 2021. Prior to her appointment, Judge Koome was a Judge of Appeal having been appointed in 2012.
How do you address a magistrate in Kenya?
The proper way to address a magistrate in Kenya is “Your Honor” or “Mheshimiwa” in Swahili, just as you would address a judge.
What is the difference between a Judge and a magistrate in Kenya?
A Judge is bestowed with more powers than a Magistrate. A magistrate has only administrative and limited law enforcement powers. The powers exercised by a magistrate are more than an Administrative Official. Magistrates may preside over lower level criminal cases and some civil matters.