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Constitution of Kenya, 2010

Questions as to validity of presidential election

Chapter Nine THE EXECUTIVE

Jurisdiction
Kenya
Provision
140
Source language
English
Recorded status
in force
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Recorded status
in force

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(1) A person may file a petition in the Supreme Court to challenge the election of the President-elect within seven days after the date of the declaration of the results of the presidential election. (2) Within fourteen days after the filing of a petition under clause (1), the Supreme Court shall hear and determine the petition and its decision shall be final. (3) If the Supreme Court determines the election of the President-elect to be invalid, a fresh election shall be held within sixty days after the determination.

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Constitution of Kenya, 2010 · new.kenyalaw.org · Retrieved 17 August 2026.

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