Jackson Ruiru v Kenya Revenue Authority
Jackson Ruiru v Kenya Revenue Authority [2017] KEHC 2044 (KLR)
The court found that the seizure of the plaintiff's lorry by the Kenya Revenue Authority was irregular and unlawful. The Notice of Seizure was not properly served, was addressed incorrectly, and the lorry itself was not uncustomed as all duties had been paid. The plaintiff was acquitted in related criminal proceedings, which was conclusive evidence that he did not acquire uncustomed goods or divert goods into the local market. The defendant's counterclaim for penalties and warehouse rent was dismissed as the seizure was not justified. The plaintiff was entitled to general damages for unlawful…
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- Unlawful Seizure Of Property
- Loss Of Use Damages
- Special And General Damages
- Counterclaim For Penalties
- Customs And Excise Liability
- Transport Contracts