ALBERT NYAMATA MAKARA v REPUBLIC [2011] KEHC 2850 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2850
- Citation
- [2011] KEHC 2850 (KLR)
- Decided
- 11 March 2011
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramM. J. ANYARA EMUKULE
Holding
The conviction for handling stolen goods is upheld, but the sentence of nine years is reduced to four years.
Facts
The appellant was charged with breaking into a building and handling stolen goods. He was acquitted of breaking into a building but found guilty of handling stolen goods and sentenced to nine years imprisonment.
Issues
- Conviction for handling stolen goods
- Sentence imposed
- Appellant's medical condition and family circumstances
Reasoning
The appellant was a first offender and the stolen goods were recovered. The court reduced the sentence due to the appellant's apparent remorse and the mitigating factors.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed, conviction for handling stolen goods upheld, sentence reduced to four years
Orders
- Sentence reduced to four years from the date of conviction
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Criminal Procedure Code
- Penal Code
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