Francis Amojong Ekal v Republic [2007] KECA 229 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 229
- Citation
- [2007] KECA 229 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a ruling of the High Court of Kenya KitaleCoramS. E. O. BOSIRE, E. M. GITHINJI, J. W. ONYANGO OTIENO
Holding
The appeal is dismissed as this being a second appeal against the severity of the sentence, the court has no jurisdiction to entertain it.
Facts
The appellant, Francis Amojong Ekal, was convicted of grievous harm against his mother Christine Amuron, who was the complainant. The appellant was drunk and demanded food, leading to an altercation where he hit her on the head, causing a deep cut wound.
Issues
- Whether an appeal against the severity of the sentence is competent under Section 361 (1) (a) of the Criminal Procedure Code.
- Whether the appeal is against the manner the plea was taken and the stiff sentence.
Reasoning
Section 361 (1) (a) of the Criminal Procedure Act denies this Court jurisdiction on a second appeal to hear an appeal on a matter of fact, stating that the severity of the sentence is a matter of fact.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Criminal Procedure Code
- Penal Code
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