Republic v Francis Ombuna Ochoi [2013] KEHC 405 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 405
- Citation
- [2013] KEHC 405 (KLR)
- Decided
- 19 December 2013
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TypeCriminal MurderPostureApplication for bond refusedCoramR.N. SITATI
Holding
The application for bond is refused, and the parties are ordered to reconsider the facts of the case with a view to reducing the charge of murder to manslaughter.
Facts
The accused, Francis Ombuna Ochoi, is charged with murder of Starford Ombuna on May 14, 2013, at Nyamwane village in Kisii County. He pleaded not guilty and is awaiting trial.
Issues
- Whether the accused should be released on bond
- Whether the charge of murder can be reduced to manslaughter
Reasoning
The court declined to grant bond due to the accused's aggressive nature when drunk, but allowed the parties to consider a plea bargain.
Outcome
Application for bond refused
Orders
- Both parties to reconsider the facts of the case
- Mention on 16th January 2014 for an indication of proceeding
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
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