Edward Muriithi Samuel v Republic [2010] KECA 283 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 283
- Citation
- [2010] KECA 283 (KLR)
- Decided
- 21 May 2010
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentence of the High Court of Kenya at NyeriCoramJUDGE OF APPEAL, P. K. TUNOI, JUDGE OF APPEAL, E. M. GITHINJI, JUDGE OF APPEAL, J. W. ONYANGO OTIENO
Holding
The appeal is dismissed. The sentence of seven (7) years imprisonment is well-merited and not manifestly excessive or harsh.
Facts
The appellant, Edward Muriithi Samuel, was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to seven (7) years imprisonment. The incident occurred when the appellant and the deceased, Isaac Ndegwa Muthoni, were hopelessly drunk and fighting over Shs. 50.
Issues
- Whether the sentence of seven (7) years imprisonment is manifestly excessive or harsh.
- Whether the appellant's plea of guilty was valid.
Reasoning
The court found that the sentence was well-merited and not manifestly excessive or harsh, given the circumstances of the case.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- The appeal is dismissed.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Penal Code
- Kenyatta and Murungi Act
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