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Chief Justice Martha Koome has suspended Kangema Senior Principal Magistrate Martin Kinyua Mutegi after the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) arrested him over alleged bribery.
The suspension took effect immediately as investigators continue probing claims that the magistrate sought and received a bribe linked to a criminal case before the Kangema Law Courts.
JSC Starts Disciplinary Action
Koome said the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has started disciplinary proceedings against the magistrate under the Judicial Service Act and the Judiciary’s human resource policies.
She said the magistrate will remain off judicial duties while the disciplinary process and criminal investigations continue.
Koome Warns Against Corruption
The Chief Justice said the Judiciary will not protect judges, magistrates, or staff members accused of criminal or unethical conduct.
She added that judicial officers must uphold the law and demonstrate the integrity they expect from others while carrying out their duties.
Koome also reaffirmed that every accused person deserves due process despite the serious allegations.
EACC Alleges KSh170,000 Bribe Demand
EACC said it arrested the magistrate alongside a Principal Probation Officer after a litigant reported an alleged bribery scheme.
According to the commission, the two officials demanded KSh170,000 to secure a favourable probation report that could help the litigant receive a non-custodial sentence.
The anti-graft agency said investigators continue gathering evidence as the case progresses.
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