DENIS MUTEMI NZAKYE v REPUBLIC [2011] KEHC 3123 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3123
- Citation
- [2011] KEHC 3123 (KLR)
- Decided
- 13 April 2011
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramM. ODERO
Holding
The sentence of 15 years imprisonment is set aside and replaced with a term of three (3) years imprisonment to run from the date of the first conviction.
Facts
The appellant, DENIS MUTEMI NZAKYE, pleaded guilty to intentionally endangering the safety of persons traveling by railway by smearing black oil on the railway line.
Issues
- The appropriateness of the sentence imposed by the trial court
- The trial court's consideration of the option of a fine
Reasoning
The court found the sentence harsh and excessive, considering the appellant's status as a certified first offender and the seriousness of the offence.
Outcome
Affirmed with a reduced sentence
Orders
- Sentence of 15 years imprisonment set aside
- Substitute sentence of 3 years imprisonment
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
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