In Kenya, turning 18 is often seen as the symbolic entry into adulthood — a time when individuals begin taking full responsibility for their own lives. However, what many people don’t know is that the law allows students over 18 years old to sue their parents for financial support under specific conditions. In a recent legal explainer … Read more
Renowned Kenyan lawyer Danstan Omari has shed light on a crucial aspect of the justice system—the treatment of children under 18 who come into conflict with the law. In an episode of “What is the Law”, Omari breaks down the legal framework protecting minors and clarifies why children cannot be imprisoned in Kenya, no matter the crime they commit. His explanation … Read more
Robbery is already one of the gravest crimes against property, but when it’s coupled with violence, the consequences in Kenya become far more severe. In this comprehensive guide, criminal lawyer Danstan Omari expertly breaks down what exactly constitutes “robbery with violence” under the Kenyan Penal Code, explains why even minimal violence or merely being in … Read more