Gilbert Barasa Ondamba v Republic [2016] KECA 296 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 296
- Citation
- [2016] KECA 296 (KLR)
AI Summary
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureSecond AppealCoramR. N. NAMBUYE, P. M. MWILU, P. O. KIAGE
Holding
The appeal is dismissed, and the conviction and sentence are confirmed.
Facts
The appellant was charged with trafficking and possession of cannabis, and was convicted and sentenced by the trial magistrate and the High Court.
Issues
- Defects in charges
- Violation of section 67 of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act
- Insufficiency of evidence for conviction
Reasoning
The court finds no merit in the appeal and upholds the conviction and sentence, noting that the appellant did not contest the conviction or sentence.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Criminal Procedure Code
- Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Control Act
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