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Contempt of Court Act

Department of Justice, Kenya

The objectives of this Act are to uphold the dignity and authority of the court; ensure compliance with the directions of court; ensure the observance and respect of due process of law; preserve an effective and impartial system of justice; and maintain public confidence in the administration of justice as administered by court.

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Contempt of Court Act Current Version

January 2022

The objectives of this Act are to uphold the dignity and authority of the court; ensure compliance with the directions of court; ensure the observance and respect of due process of law; preserve an effective and impartial system of justice; and maintain public confidence in the administration of justice as administered by court.

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