LSK defends anticipatory bail citing foolproof legal threshold

LSK maintained that the judiciary applies strict legal thresholds when granting such orders, and that its decisions must be guided by law and evidence, not “political sensationalism.” - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has defended anticipatory bail as a legitimate legal principle, countering President William Ruto's claims that it shields corruption suspects. LSK President Faith Odhiambo stated that strict legal thresholds are applied, ensuring the measure is not abused.
- LSK President Faith Odhiambo asserted that anticipatory bail is a "historically embedded" legal principle rooted in Kenyan and Commonwealth jurisprudence.
- The defence came after President William Ruto, speaking at the Devolution Conference in Homa Bay, accused the judiciary of "innovations" that promote corruption, citing anticipatory bail.
- Chief Justice Martha Koome, at a conference in Kwale, warned against undermining judicial independence and defended anticipatory bail as part of safeguarding constitutional rights.
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