Simon Mwangi Kirika v Republic [2006] KECA 212 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 212
- Citation
- [2006] KECA 212 (KLR)
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TypeAppealPostureApplication for extension of time to file and serve Notice and Memorandum of Appeal out of timeCoramJ. W. ONYANGO OTIENO
Holding
The application is allowed, and the applicant has fourteen (14) days from the date of this judgment to lodge Notice of Appeal and Memorandum of Appeal in this matter.
Facts
The applicant was charged with six counts in the subordinate court and convicted. His appeal was dismissed for want of prosecution, and he was sentenced to serve the remaining part of the sentence. He later applied for leave to file an appeal against the High Court decision dismissing his appeal.
Issues
- Whether the applicant was aware of the hearing date of 18th June, 2002 when his appeal was dismissed for want of prosecution.
- Whether the applicant's appeal is frivolous and merits consideration.
Reasoning
The applicant was not aware of the hearing date and was not served with any hearing notice. The court finds that the delay is inordinate but not due to the applicant's fault. The appeal is not frivolous and may have merits.
Outcome
The application is allowed.
Orders
- The applicant has fourteen (14) days from the date of this judgment to lodge Notice of Appeal and Memorandum of Appeal in this matter.
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