Kianda v Republic [2004] KEHC 1208 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1208
- Citation
- [2004] KEHC 1208 (KLR)
- Decided
- 30 November 2004
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from original conviction and sentenceCoramLESIIT
Holding
The appeal against sentence is allowed, and the sentence of 4 months imprisonment is set aside
Facts
The Appellant was convicted of two offences under the Immigration Act for knowingly possessing and using a forged passport and a passport with a forged endorsement. She was sentenced to four months imprisonment in each count, to run concurrently.
Issues
- Whether the sentence imposed was excessive
- Whether the court had the power to impose a custodial sentence
Reasoning
The court finds the sentence excessive and harsh, noting the Appellant was a first offender and the offence was a misdemeanor.
Outcome
The appeal is allowed
Orders
- The sentence of 4 months imprisonment is set aside
Remedies
- The Appellant is acquitted of the charges
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Immigration Act
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