Mwangi v Republic [2004] KECA 104 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 104
- Citation
- [2004] KECA 104 (KLR)
- Decided
- 21 September 2004
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentence for manslaughterCoramR. S. C. OMOLO, E. O. O’KUBASU, E. M. GITHINJI
Holding
The appeal is dismissed as there is no basis to interfere with the sentence imposed by the trial court.
Facts
The appellant pleaded guilty to manslaughter and was sentenced to eight years in prison.
Issues
- Whether the sentence imposed by the trial court was harsh or severe enough to warrant interference by the appellate court.
- Whether the trial court took into account an irrelevant matter or failed to take into account a relevant matter in imposing the sentence.
Reasoning
The sentence imposed by the trial court was lawful and within the discretion of the sentencing court. The court found no reason to interfere with the sentence.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- This appeal is hereby dismissed.
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
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