Kenya's High Court has ordered the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Attorney General's office to pay lawyer Nelson Havi KSh 5.2 million. The payment stems from the violation of his constitutional rights during his arrest. This ruling underscores efforts to protect lawyers' rights in the country.
According to the High Court's ruling, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Attorney General's office must pay lawyer Nelson Havi KSh 5.2 million for violating his constitutional rights during his arrest. Nelson Havi, a former chairman of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), had sued the government over these actions.
The decision arises from a case filed against state agencies, alleging breaches of fundamental rights. The court upheld Havi's claims and issued an order for compensation. The name Mercy Kalondu Wambua is mentioned in the context of this case, though further details are not provided.
This serves as an example of the judiciary's efforts to ensure accountability from law enforcement bodies and deliver justice to those wronged. Lawyer Havi has been a prominent critic of the government on human rights and good governance issues.