Nagigi Mariga v Republic [1992] KEHC 166 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 166
- Citation
- [1992] KEHC 166 (KLR)
- Decided
- 15 July 1992
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramT. MBALUTO S.O OGUK
Holding
The appellant's plea of guilty was proper and he understood the language of the court. The convictions on counts 2 and 6 are upheld.
Facts
The appellant was convicted of robbery with violence, and sentenced to death. The convictions were based on the testimony of the complainants, security personnel, and the appellant's own statement.
Issues
- Whether the appellant's plea of guilty was proper
- Whether the appellant understood the language of the court
Reasoning
The court found that the appellant's plea was proper and he understood the proceedings. The convictions were based on clear and consistent evidence.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Cases cited (4)
- Diba Wako Kiyato vs R (1982-88) I KAR 974
- Wanjiru v R (1975) EA 5
- R v Changueny arap Kisang (1946) 20 EACA 153
- Chacha s/o Wambua v R (1953) 20 EACA 339
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