A K W v Republic [2013] KEHC 141 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 141
- Citation
- [2013] KEHC 141 (KLR)
- Decided
- 13 June 2013
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from original conviction and sentenceCoramL. A. ACHODE
Holding
The appeal is dismissed as the prosecution's evidence was overwhelming and no reasonable doubt was created.
Facts
The appellant was charged with attempted defilement of a 13-year-old girl. The prosecution's evidence included the complainant's testimony and medical reports, while the appellant's defense was that he was not the perpetrator.
Issues
- Burden of proof
- Identity of the perpetrator
Reasoning
The court found that the appellant was not the perpetrator due to the complainant's testimony and medical reports, and the prosecution's evidence was not contradictory or inconsistent.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Sexual Offences Act
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