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The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) today commenced interviews for candidates seeking appointment to the office of Judge of the Court of Appeal as part of its ongoing constitutional mandate to strengthen the capacity, effectiveness and responsiveness of the Judiciary. This recruitment exercise is being undertaken pursuant to Article 172 of the Constitution of Kenya and the Judicial Service Act and is central to the Commission’s responsibility to promote and facilitate an independent, accountable, effective and efficient Judiciary. The recruitment…
Hon. Lady Justice Njoki Ndungu, CBS, SCJ, has been elected unopposed as the representative of the Supreme Court to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), following the passing of Judge Mohammed Kadhar Ibrahim. The election was presided over by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Returning Officer, Dr. Swalhah Yusuf. This election is pursuant to a requirement in the Judicial Service Act, 2011 to submit a fresh nominee for appointment within 21 days of a vacancy occurring in the Commission.…
JSC APPOINTS 100 RESIDENT MAGISTRATES The Judicial Service Commission has appointed 100 Resident Magistrates as part of its continued commitment to strengthening the administration of justice in Kenya. This milestone aligns with the Commission’s constitutional mandate to promote and facilitate a Judiciary that is independent, accountable, effective, efficient and transparent. The new appointments will augment the current complement of 560 magistrates serving in 143 Magistrates’ Courts across the country. The Magistrates’ courts form the backbone of Kenya’s justice system, handling…
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has emerged as the overall winner in this year’s Financial Reporting (FiRe) Awards under the Constitutional Commissions and Independent Offices category. The awards promote the highest standards of accountability, transparency, and integrity in line with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and best practices in governance, social responsibility, and environmental disclosures. The Secretary, JSC who is also the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, Winfridah Mokaya was at hand to receive the award flanked by the JSC…
Frequently asked questions
Any person. However, a complainant/petitioner may authorize any person including a legal representative to lodge the petition on their behalf.
Judge, Judicial Officer (Magistrates, Kadhis, Registrars), Judicial Staff (Judiciary & JSC), or a Court Station
Six (6) months. The Commission may extend the period depending on the circumstances and complexity of the complaint/petition.
The Commission shall upon receipt of the complaint/petition acknowledge receipt. The Commission shall upon consideration of the complaint/petition communicate the outcome to all the parties.
- The Petition may be dismissed or
- The Commission may forward the petition to the President to appoint a tribunal to inquire into the matter and make binding recommendations to the President.
- Complaint may be dismissed or
- Judicial officer or Judicial staff may be reprimanded, severely reprimanded, dismissed from judicial service or retired in public interest.
- The process of handling complaints/petition against judges, judicial officers and staff is confidential.
- The Commission shall not victimize any person for lodging a complaint/petition against a judge, judicial officer, or judicial staff.
- The Commission allows the filing of anonymous complaints/petitions.
- Any complainant /petitioner who is apprehensive of being victimized my seek protection from the relevant government agencies.
- Complainants/petitioners are discouraged from lodging malicious, frivolous, vexatious and untruthful allegations against judges, judicial officers, and judicial staff
A complainant/petitioner who is dissatisfied with the decision of the Commission upon hearing and final determination has no right of appeal.