PATRICK KITHI NGOMBO V REPUBLIC [2009] KEHC 2953 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2953
- Citation
- [2009] KEHC 2953 (KLR)
- Decided
- 27 July 2009
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentenceCoramF. AZANGALALA
Holding
The appeal is dismissed as the sentence imposed was neither harsh nor manifestly excessive.
Facts
The appellant was found in possession of 54 1/2 rolls of cannabis sativa and was a repeat offender. He pleaded guilty and had a family of school-going children.
Issues
- Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive
- Whether the appellant's mitigating circumstances were properly considered
Reasoning
The court found that the appellant was a repeat offender and the mitigating circumstances were taken into account. The sentence was neither harsh nor manifestly excessive.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- The appeal is dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Control Act No. 4 of 1994
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