Victor Odhiambo Nduso v Republic [2005] KEHC 3147 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3147
- Citation
- [2005] KEHC 3147 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal against both conviction and sentenceCoramG. B. M. KARIUKI
Holding
The appeal is dismissed as there is no merit in the grounds of appeal.
Facts
Victor Odhiambo Nduso was convicted of possessing a narcotic drug and was fined Shs.60,000/= and sentenced to five years in prison.
Issues
- whether the trial court failed to consider mitigation before passing sentence
- whether the sentence was excessive
Reasoning
The court found that the trial court considered mitigating factors and the appropriateness of a severe sentence. The appellant did not show that the trial court exercised discretion wrongly or that the sentence was excessive.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Act 4 of 1994
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