Small Claims Court Act (CAP. 10A)Section 3 of Small Claims Court Act (CAP. 10A): Guiding principles
(1) In exercise of its jurisdiction under this Act, the Court shall be guided by the principles of judicial authority prescribed under Article 159(2) of the Constitution.
(2) The parties and their duly authorized representatives, as the case may be, shall assist the Court to facilitate the observance of the guiding principles set out in this section, to that effect, to participate in the proceedings of the Court and to comply with directions and orders of that Court.
(3) Without prejudice to the generality of subsection (1) the Court shall adopt such procedures as the Court deems appropriate to ensure—
(a) the timely disposal of all proceedings before the Court using the least expensive method;
(b) equal opportunity to access judicial services under this Act;
(c) fairness of process; and (d) simplicity of procedure.
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