Samson Munene Mugo v Republic [2013] KEHC 1108 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1108
- Citation
- [2013] KEHC 1108 (KLR)
- Decided
- 15 October 2013
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentence for burglary and theftCoramB.N. OLAO
Holding
The conviction is upheld, but the sentence is reduced to the term already served.
Facts
The appellant was convicted for burglary and theft, with the complainant finding the appellant's Identity card and cap in the shop the morning after it was broken into.
Issues
- Conviction
- Sentence
Reasoning
The court found the evidence sufficient to support the conviction, but the sentence was excessive. The appeal against conviction is dismissed.
Outcome
Appeal allowed, sentence reduced
Orders
- Sentence reduced to the term already served
- Appellant released forthwith unless otherwise lawfully held
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
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