NJM v Republic (Criminal Appeal 10 of 2021) [2023] KECA 407 (KLR) (14 April 2023) (Judgment)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 407
- Citation
- [2023] KECA 407 (KLR)
- Decided
- 14 April 2023
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from the High Court at NairobiCoramP. Nyamweya, ASIKE-MAKHANDIA, GW NGENYE-MACHARIA, WELDON KORIR
Holding
The appellant was properly convicted and the sentence of life imprisonment is upheld.
Facts
The appellant, NJM, was charged with incest by male, contrary to Section 20(1) of the Sexual Offences Act. The prosecution alleged that on February 8, 2013, in Machakos District, the appellant intentionally and unlawfully caused his penis to penetrate the vagina of his 8-year-old daughter.
Issues
- Right to a fair trial
- Right to an advocate
- Sentence imposed
Reasoning
The court found that the prosecution proved the appellant's guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The appellant's right to a fair trial was not violated as he was not denied access to evidence. The sentence of life imprisonment was appropriate given the appellant's position of trust and the nature of the crime.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Sexual Offences Act
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