Every person accused of a criminal offence in Kenya is entitled to a fair hearing. This is not merely a procedural formality — it is a fundamental right enshrined in Article 50 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
The right to be informed of the charge, to have adequate time to prepare a defence, to be represented by an advocate, and to remain silent are among the most critical protections the law affords.
Many Kenyans are unaware that they have the right to legal representation from the moment of arrest. The police are constitutionally obliged to inform you of this right. If you cannot afford an advocate, the state must provide one in certain serious matters.
Understanding these rights is the first step to ensuring that justice is not merely done, but is seen to be done.
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