Kericho residents have been advised to be free to exercise their judicial rights, when dealing with any matter which calls for legal attention.
Speaking at the Kericho Law Courts grounds, during the Judiciary Dialogue day which brought together judicial officers, legal stakeholders, and members of the public to discuss judicial processes, improving service delivery, and strengthening stakeholder relationships, Kericho Chief Magistrate Charles Obulutsa pointed out that many members of the public are often misled by rogue advocates due to lack awareness on the right legal processes. "This is an auspicious occasion, which is organized purposely to provide a platform to bridge the gap between the judiciary and the public, fostering trust, accountability, and collaboration among justice sector stakeholders in Kericho. "Our court system has been designed to accommodate every nature of cases brought before it, and I would like to assure everyone to report complaints immediately if scammed by any advocate," emphasized Obulutsa.
The chief Magistrate assured members of the public that the court follows up on all judicial matters brought before it and that it was its core mandate to take necessary action.
He further reminded residents that they can file a case without a lawyer and that those who cannot afford private legal representation can seek assistance from the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) for legal aid. "Succession cases and alcohol abuse cases remain the most prevalent in this region. 4 out of 10 people involved in succession cases die due to alcohol abuse,'' said Obulutsa.
