REPUBLIC v . ALICE MULYUNGI & another [2008] KEHC 3970 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3970
- Citation
- [2008] KEHC 3970 (KLR)
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TypeCriminalPosturePreliminary Objection to Arrest and DetentionCoramISAAC LENAOLA
Holding
The delay in arraignment and charging the accused was unconstitutional and the accused should be released forthwith.
Facts
The accused were arrested, detained, and charged after more than 14 days from the date of arrest. The State provided an affidavit explaining the delay.
Issues
- The accused's constitutional rights were violated by the delay in arraignment and charging them beyond 14 days.
- The accused argue they should be released immediately due to the violation of their fair trial rights.
Reasoning
The court held that the accused's constitutional rights were violated by the delay in arraignment and charging them beyond 14 days, and that the accused should be released forthwith.
Outcome
The objection to the arrest and detention of the accused was upheld, and the accused were released.
Orders
- The accused were released forthwith.
Authorities cited
Cases cited (3)
- Albanus Mwanzia Mutua vs Republic, Cr. Appeal No.1201/2004
- Ndede vs Republic [1991]KLR 567
- Ann Njogu & Others vs Republic Misc Cr. Application No.551/2007
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