ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Energy Act
158. Procedure before connection, disconnection or adjustment of meters
Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force
158. Procedure before connection, disconnection or adjustment of meters
(1)The licensee shall not connect or disconnect any meter to be used for ascertaining the quantity of electrical energy supplied, or a consumer's check meter, unless the licensee has obtained the written consent of that person, or alternatively unless the licensee has given to that person not less than forty eight hours' written notice of intention to do so.(2)The licensee shall not make any alteration, adjustment or readjustment in any meter being used for ascertaining the quantity of electrical energy supplied, as to affect the functioning of such meter unless the licensee has given to the consumer not less than forty-eight hours' written notice of the intention to do so or unless otherwise mutually arranged.(3)A person who contravenes the provisions of subsections (1) and (2) commits an offence and shall, on conviction, be liable to a fine of not less than one hundred thousand shillings or to a term of imprisonment of not less than six months or to both such fine and imprisonment.