What is a Defilement Case? A Guide to Kenya’s Laws, Penalties, and Impact
In simple terms, defilement is any act of sexual intercourse with a child under the age of 18 years. The key factor here is the age of the child. It is a strict liability offence in many circumstances. This means that whether or not the child consented is largely irrelevant. A person under 18 is considered by law … Read more