Cosmas Munywoki Kitonga v Republic [2014] KEHC 4214 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 4214
- Citation
- [2014] KEHC 4214 (KLR)
- Decided
- 24 June 2014
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from original conviction and sentenceCoramHancox, Nyarangi Ag.
Holding
The High Court orders a retrial for the appellant in the Chief Magistrate's Court, Machakos.
Facts
The appellant was charged with robbery with violence and convicted to death. The prosecution evidence included a homemade pistol and cash stolen from Nora Kamande Muthiani.
Issues
- Failure to comply with Section 200(3) of the Criminal Procedure Code
- Material prejudice to the appellant's right to a fair trial
Reasoning
The court found that the appellant's right to a fair trial was violated due to non-compliance with Section 200(3) of the Criminal Procedure Code, and the evidence was strong enough to warrant a retrial.
Outcome
Order for retrial
Orders
- The appellant shall be produced in the Chief Magistrate's Court, Machakos for retrial
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Criminal Procedure Code
- Section 200(3)
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