REPUBLIC v MOHAMMED DADI KOKANE & 4 others [2010] KEHC 609 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 609
- Citation
- [2010] KEHC 609 (KLR)
- Decided
- 15 November 2010
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TypeCriminalPostureApplication for BailCoramM. ODERO
Holding
The court denies bail to the accused due to compelling reasons shown by the affidavit of a potential witness.
Facts
The accused are charged with murder, and one potential witness has sworn an affidavit stating that he has received threats against his life, believing them to be related to the case and from the accused or their associates.
Issues
- Whether the accused are entitled to bail pending trial
- Whether compelling reasons exist to deny bail
Reasoning
The court considers the seriousness of the charges, the potential for the accused to abscond, and the evidence of threats to a witness. The court finds compelling reasons to deny bail.
Outcome
The accused are ordered to remain in remand custody pending the hearing and determination of the case.
Orders
- The court directs the O.C.P.D. Coast Province to make adequate arrangements to guarantee the security and safety of the witness.
- The court directs the Officer in Charge of Shimo-la-Tewa Prison to facilitate Accused 5 Daniel Mdachi's attendance at a private oncologist consultation at his own cost.
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Article 49(1)(h) of the Constitution of Kenya
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