Kennedy Odhiambo Ouru v Republic [2020] KECA 506 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 506
- Citation
- [2020] KECA 506 (KLR)
AI Summary
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramW. KARANJA, P. O. KIAGE, F. SICHALE
Holding
The conviction is upheld, and the sentence is reduced from 20 years to 18 years.
Facts
On a rain-soaked night, a 13-year-old girl named VAM was defiled by a man named Ken, who broke into her house through a broken window.
Issues
- Right to fair trial
- Sentencing discretion
Reasoning
The court found no mitigating factors and held that the minimum sentence is unconstitutional.
Outcome
Appeal allowed on sentence
Orders
- Sentence reduced from 20 years to 18 years
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Sexual Offences Act
- Evidence Act
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