REPUBLIC V CHRISTOPHER KIPKOSGEI MUTAI [2012] KEHC 472 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 472
- Citation
- [2012] KEHC 472 (KLR)
- Decided
- 13 November 2012
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TypeBail HearingPostureApplication for BailCoramLilian N. Mutende
Holding
The application for bail is granted with a bond of Kshs. 600,000/= with two (2) sureties in a like sum.
Facts
The accused, Christopher Kipkosgei Mutai, sought bail on the grounds that he has a disabled parent and children to take care of. He also claimed protection under Article 23 of the Constitution.
Issues
- Whether the accused should be granted bail under Article 23 and 49(h) of the Constitution.
- Whether the accused will turn up for trial if granted bail.
Reasoning
The court ruled that the accused is entitled to bail under Article 23 and 49(h) of the Constitution due to his personal circumstances and the absence of compelling reasons to deny him bail.
Outcome
Granted
Orders
- Granting of bail with a bond of Kshs. 600,000/= with two (2) sureties in a like sum.
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Article 49(h) of the Constitution
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