Isaac Pkite Andiemo v Republic [2009] KECA 142 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 142
- Citation
- [2009] KECA 142 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramE. O. O'KUBASU, E. M. GITHINJI, D. K. S. AGANYANYA
Holding
The appeal is dismissed as the sentence of 7 years imprisonment was justified and not against legal principles.
Facts
The appellant, Isaac Pkite Andiemo, was convicted of manslaughter for killing Veronicah Lodwar on June 11, 2008. The appellant initially pleaded not guilty but later pleaded guilty to manslaughter.
Issues
- Whether the sentence of 7 years imprisonment is harsh and against legal principles.
- Whether the learned Judge considered the appellant's mitigation seriously in passing sentence.
Reasoning
The learned Judge considered the circumstances of the offence and the mitigating factors, and the sentence was justified. The appeal has no merit.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- The appeal is dismissed.
- The sentence of 7 years imprisonment is upheld.
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