FRANCIS MURIUKI KARIUKI V REPUBLIC [2013] KEHC 3998 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3998
- Citation
- [2013] KEHC 3998 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramH.I. ONG'UDI
Holding
The conviction is upheld, and the sentence is reduced to the period already served.
Facts
The appellant, Francis Muriuki Kariuki, was charged with grievous harm against Agata Kanini on May 13, 2010. The complainant claimed she was assaulted by the appellant while carrying water, resulting in injuries.
Issues
- Conviction and sentence
- Reduction of sentence due to age and service
Reasoning
The court found the appellant guilty and sentenced him to 4 years. The appellant abandoned his appeal on conviction but asked for a reduction due to age and service. The court considered the evidence and reduced the sentence.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed, sentence reduced
Orders
- The appellant is set free after serving the period already served
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Section 234 of the Penal Code
Cases cited (1)
- OKENO VS REPUBLIC [1972] EA 32
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