The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP)
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is dedicated to upholding justice and the rule of law. Our prosecution services are aimed at ensuring that individuals accused of committing criminal offenses are brought to justice, while also safeguarding the rights of the accused.
Our experienced team of prosecutors provides comprehensive legal support throughout the entire prosecution process. From reviewing evidence to preparing and presenting cases in court, we ensure that every aspect of the legal process is handled with the utmost professionalism and integrity.
We understand the challenges that victims of crime face, and we are committed to providing them with the support and assistance they need. Our victim support services include keeping victims informed about the progress of their case, providing them with access to support services, and advocating for their rights throughout the legal process.
We work closely with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence, conduct investigations, and build strong cases against individuals accused of committing crimes. Our collaboration ensures that the criminal justice system operates effectively and efficiently.
As the primary prosecuting authority in the country, we prosecute a wide range of criminal offenses, from minor infractions to serious felonies. Our goal is to ensure that justice is served and that the rights of all parties involved are protected.
We provide legal guidance and advice to law enforcement agencies, government departments, and other stakeholders on matters related to criminal law and prosecution. Our expertise helps ensure that the legal process is fair, transparent, and in accordance with the law.
Mr. Alloys Kemo is the Deputy Director in the Department of Prosecution Training Institute (PTI). Mr. Kemo is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and was admitted to the bar on 1995. He holds a Master’s of Science in Leadership & Governance from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) , LLB Degree from Nagpur University, and a postgraduate diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
Mr. Kemo has previously served as a Regional Head, Coast Region between 2019 to 2021 before heading to Rift Valley as a Regional head. He has also served as a deputy head in the Department of offences against the person and Head of the Penal Code Offences Division between 2013 to 2018 at the Office of the Direction of Public Prosecutions.
He has also been a member of several committees that developed key prosecution policies and guidelines such as; the ODPP Act of 2012, National Prosecution guidelines, the Diversion policy, Diversion guidelines, the Plea bargain guidelines and The Decision to Charge guidelines amongst others. He also attended several prosecution courses in various thematic areas and in management and in Leadership.
Mr. Kemo has vast experience electoral Justice and lead the ODPP Election Offences Prosecution Team in the 2017 National General Elections and also the ODPP Election Preparedness Committee in the 2022 National General Elections. He is a trainer and has facilitated external trainings and also internal training for ODPP staff.