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FRANCIS KIBIA & Another vs REPUBLIC [2002] KEHC 130 (KLR)

[2002] KEHC 130 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
130
Citation
[2002] KEHC 130 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from original conviction and sentenceCoramMBOGHOLI MSAGHA
Holding

The conviction in count one is set aside due to insufficient evidence. The sentence in count one is set aside as it is illegal. The convictions and sentences in counts 2, 3, 4, and 5 are upheld.

Facts

Two appellants were charged with multiple counts including preparation to commit a felony, possession of a firearm without a certificate, and possession of suspected stolen property. They were convicted and sentenced.

Issues

  1. Sufficiency of evidence for conviction in count one
  2. Legality of the sentence in count one
  3. Convictions and sentences in counts 2, 3, 4, and 5

Reasoning

The court found insufficient evidence to support the conviction in count one. The sentence in count one is illegal due to the repeal of the minimum sentence provision. The convictions and sentences in counts 2, 3, 4, and 5 are upheld.

Outcome

Appeals dismissed

Orders

  • Convictions and sentences in counts 2, 3, 4, and 5 upheld
  • Conviction and sentence in count one set aside
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