ALI MCHENI ALI v REPUBLIC [2011] KEHC 3951 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3951
- Citation
- [2011] KEHC 3951 (KLR)
- Decided
- 28 January 2011
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TypeMiscellaneous Criminal ApplicationPostureApplication for Bond by Accused PersonCoramIbrahim, J.
Holding
The Court grants bail to the applicant in the sum of Kenya Shillings Two Hundred Thousand, and a personal bond of Kenya Shillings Five Hundred Thousand with two sureties.
Facts
The applicant was charged with disguising proceeds of drug trafficking. The prosecution sought to remand the applicant in custody for seven days to facilitate investigations. The applicant sought release on bond or bail.
Issues
- Whether the applicant is entitled to bail or bond
- Whether the prosecution has compelling reasons to keep the applicant in custody
Reasoning
The Court found no compelling reasons to deny bail, and granted bail based on Article 49 (1) (h) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
Outcome
The application is allowed.
Orders
- Grant bail in the sum of Kenya Shillings Two Hundred Thousand
- Grant a personal bond of Kenya Shillings Five Hundred Thousand with two sureties
- Prohibit any dealings with the properties specified in the six counts of the charge
- Require the applicant to deposit his passport with the Deputy Registrar
- Trial shall proceed on the basis of priority
Remedies
- Release on bail
- Release on personal bond
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act, 1994 (Act No. 4 of 1994)
- Constitution of Kenya, 2010
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