ZACHARIA MWANGI GITHIAKA v REPUBLIC [2008] KEHC 1613 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1613
- Citation
- [2008] KEHC 1613 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from original conviction and sentenceCoramM. S. A. MAKHANDIA
Holding
The sentence is reduced to one year imprisonment effective from the date of conviction
Facts
The appellant was convicted of possessing bhang, a narcotic substance, and sentenced to three years imprisonment. He appealed the sentence, claiming it was harsh and excessive.
Issues
- Whether the sentence imposed was harsh and excessive
- Whether the sentencing court considered the appellant's mitigation and character
Reasoning
The court found the sentence harsh and excessive, considering the appellant's first offense and remorse. The court exercised discretion to reduce the sentence.
Outcome
Affirmed with reduced sentence
Orders
- The appellant shall serve one year imprisonment effective from the date of conviction
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