MICHAEL LUI v REPUBLIC [2011] KEHC 3515 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3515
- Citation
- [2011] KEHC 3515 (KLR)
- Decided
- 21 March 2011
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramM. ODERO
Holding
The conviction is upheld. The 5-year sentence is confirmed as lawful, reasonable, and appropriate.
Facts
The Appellant was convicted of stealing five goats valued at Kshs. 6,500 on diverse dates between 12th June 2009 and 5th July 2009 at Kizibe sub-location in Kwale District.
Issues
- Conviction
- Sentence
Reasoning
The plea of guilty was unequivocal and the Appellant fully comprehended the proceedings. The trial court considered the maximum penalty and the prevalence of the offence in the area, finding the 5-year sentence appropriate.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Criminal Procedure Code
- Penal Code
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