DANIEL MUTORO MUSE v REPUBLIC [2011] KEHC 2059 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2059
- Citation
- [2011] KEHC 2059 (KLR)
- Decided
- 27 July 2011
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from original convictionCoramF. N. MUCHEMI
Holding
The conviction is upheld, and the sentence of four years imprisonment is set aside. A two-year sentence of imprisonment is imposed.
Facts
The appellant was convicted of possessing forged currency notes and sentenced to four years imprisonment. He pleaded guilty. The appellant also alleged violation of his constitutional rights regarding remand in custody.
Issues
- Excessive sentence imposed
- Violation of constitutional rights regarding remand in custody
Reasoning
The maximum sentence under the Penal Code is three years, and the appellant was sentenced to four years. The court found the sentence excessive and unlawful. The appellant was a first offender and had mitigating factors. The appellant's constitutional rights regarding remand in custody were not violated.
Outcome
Appeal upheld, sentence reduced
Orders
- Conviction upheld
- Sentence reduced to two years imprisonment
Remedies
- Set aside the four-year sentence and impose a two-year sentence
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Penal Code
- Repealed Constitution
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