With top court ruling, let justice be served on time

The Supreme Court has made one of the most profound decision on the administration of justice in Kenya. Yesterday, a five-judge Bench dealt a blow to individuals quick to file and challenge their trial even before they commence.

By finding that a challenge on rulings emanating from preliminary issues that arise during the trial should be after conclusion of a criminal trial, the apex court has shortened most trials. It will be hard if not impossible for suspects to keep the end at bay unless there is a clear-cut reason; and that is either seeking to have a judge or magistrate withdraw from the trial or questioning the evidence produced against them.