Reuben Shangi Akelo v Republic [2017] KECA 364 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 364
- Citation
- [2017] KECA 364 (KLR)
- Decided
- 28 July 2017
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from the High Court judgmentCoramG.B.M. KARIKI, F. SICHALE, J. MOHAMMED
Holding
The appeal is dismissed. The failure to comply with section 200 and 306 of the Criminal Procedure Code is not fatal to the prosecution case. The appellant was given an opportunity to defend himself but chose to walk out of the court. The evidence against the appellant was considered and found to be water tight.
Facts
The appellant was charged with robbery with violence and was found guilty by the High Court. The appellant appealed to the Court of Appeal, which dismissed the appeal.
Issues
- Failure to comply with section 200 and 306 of the Criminal Procedure Code
- Conviction based on identification evidence
- Fair trial and opportunity to defend
Reasoning
The Court of Appeal found no miscarriage of justice due to the appellant's conduct and the evidence against him was considered.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Criminal Procedure Code
- Penal Code
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