Owen Kinuthia Kangethe v Republic [2015] KEHC 4260 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 4260
- Citation
- [2015] KEHC 4260 (KLR)
- Decided
- 28 May 2015
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentenceCoramG. W. NGENYE – MACHARIA
Holding
The appeal is dismissed and the appellant shall continue to serve his sentence
Facts
The appellant was charged with defilement of a child under the age of 15 years, and was found guilty and sentenced to 20 years imprisonment.
Issues
- Whether the sentence imposed was harsh and excessive
- Whether the appellant was entitled to a non-custodial sentence
Reasoning
The mandatory sentence under Section 8(3) of the Sexual Offences Act cannot be varied, and the appellant's remorse does not justify a deviation from the mandatory sentence.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- The appellant shall continue to serve his 20 years imprisonment
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Sexual Offences Act No.3 of 2006
Cases cited (1)
- David KunduSimiyu –Vs- Republic Criminal Appeal No.8 of 2008
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