Here is what you need to know about Presidential Election petition

SUPREME COURT (PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION PETITION) RULES, 2013

What are the Supreme Court (Presidential Election Petition) Rules, 2013?

These are rules that apply to a petition filed in relation to election to the Office of President.

What is the purpose of the rules?

The rules are meant to assist the public to understand  the procedures for filing petitions challenging Presidential  Elections and help the Supreme Courtin case management. The rules set out steps and procedures to be followed within the timelines provided in the Constitution.

Who can file an Election Petition?

Any person may file a petition challenging the validity of a presidential election.

Where can an Election Petition be filed?

At the Supreme Court Registry, Supreme Court Building in Nairobi, after which the Registrar will, within 3 days of filing of the petition publish it in the Kenya Gazette and a newspaper with national circulation.

What is the deadline for filing?

A petition must be filed within seven days of the declaration of the results by IEBC in the Kenya Gazette

What must they contain?

A petition shall set out the facts and grounds relied in support of relief claimed. It must also be signed by the petitioner and be accompanied by witness affidavits.