Republic v Shah [1986] KEHC 61 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 61
- Citation
- [1986] KEHC 61 (KLR)
- Decided
- 31 July 1986
AI Summary
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureRespondent's appeal from conviction and sentenceCoramMADAN Ag, Madan Ag, Sheikh Amin
Holding
The respondent's attempt to pervert the course of justice is established, and bail is cancelled.
Facts
Respondent was tried and convicted of theft of money, sentenced to two years' imprisonment. Bail pending appeal was granted and later cancelled.
Issues
- Attempt to pervert the course of justice
- Inherent power of the court to cancel bail
Reasoning
Affidavit establishes respondent's attempt to influence a judge. Court has inherent power to cancel bail for misbehavior. Delay in judgment adds to the unfairness.
Outcome
Appeal allowed, bail cancelled
Orders
- Bail granted to the respondent is ordered to be cancelled
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