The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has condemned what it described as a growing wave of personal attacks against judicial officers over bail and bond rulings.
In a statement on Thursday, July 17, the commission's secretary, Winfridah Mokaya, said the attacks, following decisions made by the Nanyuki and Kahawa law courts, undermine the rule of law and threaten the independence of the Judiciary. "Such conduct misrepresents the Judiciary's constitutional role, undermines judicial independence and corrodes public trust in the administration of justice, a cornerstone of our democratic society," Mokaya stated. The Commission further noted that bail and bond rulings are guided by legal frameworks, not personal opinions, including the Constitution, the Criminal Procedure Code, and the Judiciary's Bail and Bond Policy Guidelines.
JSC noted that any party dissatisfied with a court ruling has the constitutional right to seek redress through appeals or reviews.
The commission has also reaffirmed its commitment to defending judicial officers as they discharge their constitutional duties with integrity and courage.
