Ephantus Nyaga Gachiri v Republic [2007] KEHC 3745 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3745
- Citation
- [2007] KEHC 3745 (KLR)
- Decided
- 13 June 2007
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TypeMiscellaneous Criminal ApplicationPostureApplicant seeks bail pending appealCoramJ.B. OJWANG
Holding
The application for bail pending appeal is refused.
Facts
The applicant was found guilty of rape and sentenced to ten years in prison. He filed an appeal and now seeks bail pending its hearing.
Issues
- Overwhelming chances of success of the appeal
- Irreparable damage from being held in custody during the appeal
Reasoning
The Court finds no radical factor touching on the merits of the appeal that would justify granting bail. The appeal is contentious and cannot be said to have overwhelming chances of success.
Outcome
Application for bail pending appeal refused
Orders
- Prayers (a) and (b) in the applicant's application by Chamber Summons, dated 18th April, 2007 are refused.
- The Registry shall list the applicant's appeal dated 19th March, 2007 for hearing on priority.
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