Ouma v Republic (Criminal Appeal 104 of 2018) [2024] KECA 323 (KLR) (15 March 2024) (Judgment)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 323
- Citation
- [2024] KECA 323 (KLR)
- Decided
- 15 March 2024
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentence of deathCoramHANNAH OKWENGU, H. A. OMONDI, JOEL NGUGI
Holding
The death sentence is set aside, and the matter is remitted to the High Court for re-sentencing.
Facts
The appellant, Elijah Ouma, murdered his wife, Lilian Auma, on the night of 3rd and 4th September 2014. The appellant was tried, convicted, and sentenced to death. He appealed the conviction and sentence.
Issues
- Whether the death sentence is unconstitutional and should be set aside
- Whether the trial court followed sentencing guidelines and considered mitigating factors
Reasoning
The court found that the trial court did not follow the Supreme Court's guidelines for mitigation and sentencing, thus prejudicing the appellant.
Outcome
The death sentence is set aside, and the matter is remitted to the High Court for re-sentencing.
Orders
- The matter is remitted to the High Court for re-sentencing
- The appellant shall be produced before the High Court within 7 days from today for appropriate directions
Remedies
- Remission of the death sentence to the High Court for re-sentencing
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
Cases cited (1)
- Francis Muruatetu & Another v Republic (2017) eKLR
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