Evans Gateri Mwangi v Republic [2013] KEHC 417 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 417
- Citation
- [2013] KEHC 417 (KLR)
AI Summary
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TypeAppealPostureAppeal from original conviction and sentenceCoramL N WAITHAKA
Holding
The appeal is allowed, the sentence of 10 years imprisonment is set aside and the appellant is sentenced to the term already served
Facts
The appellant was charged with possession of cannabis sativa and pleaded guilty. He was sentenced to ten years imprisonment.
Issues
- Whether the sentence of ten years imprisonment is excessive
- Whether the court took into account relevant mitigating factors
Reasoning
The court found the sentence excessive and not commensurate with the offence, considering the appellant's first offender status and the fact that he pleaded guilty.
Outcome
Appeal allowed
Orders
- Sentencing of the appellant to the term already served
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic substances control Act 1994
- Criminal Procedure Code
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