Chief Justice David Maraga has hit out at judges and magistrates for allowing suspects to cover themselves up to the point of not being recognisable when they appear in court. In a statement on Friday, Maraga said judges, magistrates and kadhi courts should ensure they are not perpetuating impunity "by allowing egregious behaviour by suspects"He said behaviour such as suspects concealing their identity could bring the court to disrepute. The statement comes after KRA workers who are accused of tax evasion appeared in court with their faces completely concealed, making them unrecognisable. Some suspects wore hoods and sunglasses, while others put shawls around themselves, only leaving their eyes visible. Many suspects, especially those involved in corruption, conceal their identities using hoods and other items.

Source: The Star May 17, 2019 13:41 UTC