Court of Appeal (Organization and Administration) Act

3. Guiding principles

Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force

(1)In exercise of its judicial authority, the Court shall —

(a)be guided by the national values and principles set out in Article 10 of the Constitution;

(b)be guided by the principles of judicial authority set out in Article 159 of the Constitution;

(c)be guided by the values and principles of public service set out in Article 232(1)(c), (e) and (f) of the Constitution;

(d)be independent and subject only to the Constitution and the law, which it shall apply impartially without fear, favour or prejudice;

(e)not be subject to any person or authority; and

(f)uphold the Constitution and administer the law without fear, favour or prejudice.

(2)The Court shall develop jurisprudence that respects the Constitution and responds to Kenya's social, economic and political needs.