Stephen Kiprop Kipsang v Republic [2019] KECA 954 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 954
- Citation
- [2019] KECA 954 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureSecond AppealCoramE. M. Githinji, Hannah Okwengu, J. Mohammed
Holding
The appeal is dismissed in its entirety. The concurrent findings of the two courts below were based on credible evidence, and the sentence imposed was lawful.
Facts
The appellant, Stephen Kiprop Kipsang, was charged with defilement of a 5-year-old girl named BC. The prosecution presented evidence from the complainant, her mother, and a clinical officer.
Issues
- Whether the charge was proved to the required standard
- Whether the appellant was given an opportunity to cross-examine the clinical officer
- Whether voire dire examination was properly carried out
Reasoning
The prosecution established the ingredients of the offence of defilement, including penetration and the complainant's age under 11 years. The appellant's right to cross-examine the clinical officer was not infringed, and voire dire examination was sufficient.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Sexual Offences Act
- Criminal Procedure Code
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