Fedman James Musinga v Republic [2020] KECA 667 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 667
- Citation
- [2020] KECA 667 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramBosire, Nyamweya, Sichahe
Holding
The Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal, finding that the trial court did not err in adopting final written submissions and that the offence was proved beyond reasonable doubt. The sentence was not found to be harsh and excessive.
Facts
The appellant was convicted of trafficking narcotics drugs, specifically cannabis sativa, on September 28, 2013, in Machakos County. He was sentenced to a fine of Kshs.11,160,000 or 10 years in default, and life imprisonment.
Issues
- Whether the trial court erred in adopting final written submissions without consulting the appellant.
- Whether the offence was proved beyond reasonable doubt.
- Whether the sentence was harsh and excessive.
Reasoning
The Court of Appeal held that the trial court did not err in adopting final written submissions as the appellant's counsel had requested and complied with the court's order. The Court also found that the offence was proved beyond reasonable doubt.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Criminal Procedure Code
- Narcotic Drug and Psychotropic Substance Control Act
Cases cited (4)
- Karani vs. Republic
- Akhuya vs. Republic
- Henry Odhiambo Otieno vs. Republic
- Katana Kaka alias Benson, Kitsao Kalume Sanga & Changawa Charo Karisa vs. Republic
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