Kangogo v Republic (Criminal Appeal 65 of 2018) [2023] KECA 28 (KLR) (26 January 2023) (Judgment)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 28
- Citation
- [2023] KECA 28 (KLR)
- Decided
- 26 January 2023
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramF. Ochieng, L. Achode, W. Korir
Holding
The appeal against sentence is partially successful, with the sentence running from the date of first presentation in court. The appeal against conviction is dismissed.
Facts
On October 11, 2009, GJC, a 5-year-old girl, was sexually assaulted by the appellant in a maize plantation. The appellant was convicted and sentenced for delement contrary to the Sexual Offences Act.
Issues
- Non-compliance with Criminal Procedure Code
- Unconstitutionality of minimum sentence
- Failure to consider lawful custody period
Reasoning
The court found the evidence compelling and beyond reasonable doubt, and the appellant's defense did not create a reasonable doubt. The court corrected the oversight of not considering the lawful custody period.
Outcome
Appeal against sentence partially successful, conviction appeal dismissed
Orders
- Sentence of 20 years in prison to run from October 14, 2009
Authorities cited
Legislation (3)
- Criminal Procedure Code
- Judiciary Sentencing Policy Guidelines
- Sexual Offences Act
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