PETER NDUKI MUTURI V REPUBLIC [2013] KEHC 3689 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3689
- Citation
- [2013] KEHC 3689 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramM. J. ANYARA EMUKULE
Holding
The conviction and sentence are upheld, except for the sentence for creating disturbance which is reduced to 6 months and the sentence for possession of cannabis which is reduced to 3 years.
Facts
The appellant was charged with creating disturbance in a manner likely to cause a breach of the peace and possession of cannabis sativa. He pleaded guilty and was convicted and sentenced.
Issues
- whether the conviction and sentence were procedurally fair
- whether the sentence for creating disturbance was excessive
- whether the sentence for possession of cannabis was excessive
Reasoning
The court found that the conviction was procedurally fair and the sentences were not excessive.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- Sentence for creating disturbance reduced to 6 months
- Sentence for possession of cannabis reduced to 3 years
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Penal Code
- Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Control Act
Cases cited (2)
- Ndede v Republic
- Macharia v Republic
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