Ndimu v Republic (Criminal Application E014 of 2024) [2024] KECA 829 (KLR) (18 July 2024) (Ruling)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 829
- Citation
- [2024] KECA 829 (KLR)
- Decided
- 18 July 2024
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureApplication for extension of time to file an appealCoramJW LESSIT, JA
Holding
The application is allowed, and the applicant is granted an extension of time to file an appeal.
Facts
The applicant was convicted of robbery with violence and sentenced to life imprisonment. His appeal to the High Court was dismissed.
Issues
- Whether the applicant has an arguable appeal
- Whether the applicant's delay in filing his appeal was due to circumstances beyond his control
Reasoning
The applicant explained the cause of the delay and demonstrated an arguable appeal, not frivolous.
Outcome
The application is granted.
Orders
- Allow the applicant's undated application
- File a Notice of Appeal within 14 days
- Prepare and file the Record of Appeal within 60 days
- Place the appeal before the Court for hearing
Remedies
- Extension of time to file an appeal
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Court of Appeal Rules
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