Anne Njeri,Stephen Kihanya,Arthur Kahura Muroki v Republic [2005] KEHC 2749 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2749
- Citation
- [2005] KEHC 2749 (KLR)
- Decided
- 25 April 2005
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramFRED A. OCHIENG
Holding
The convictions and sentences are quashed due to unqualified prosecutors. A retrial is ordered.
Facts
Anne Njeri, Stephen Kihanya, and Arthur Kahura Muroki were convicted of stealing by agent under section 283( c ) of the Penal Code. They were sentenced to two years imprisonment each.
Issues
- Whether the trial was conducted by unqualified prosecutors
- Whether a retrial should be ordered
Reasoning
The prosecution was conducted by unqualified police constables, rendering the trial null. The court believes a retrial is necessary due to the nature of the evidence and the potential self-help group beneficiaries.
Outcome
The convictions and sentences are quashed, and a retrial is ordered.
Orders
- Order for retrial by any court of competent jurisdiction other than Mr. J.M. Wakahora
- Remand the appellants on bond until their retrial
Remedies
- Re-trial of the appellants
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Act No. 5 of 2003
Cases cited (1)
- ROY RICHARD ELIREMA & ANOTHER V REPUBLIC, CRIMINAL APPEAL CASE NO. 67 OF 2002
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