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Michael Kimanzi Jean Peter v Republic [2015] KEHC 5456 (KLR)

[2015] KEHC 5456 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
5456
Citation
[2015] KEHC 5456 (KLR)
Decided
23 April 2015
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramGEORGE DULU
Holding

The appeal against conviction is dismissed. The appeal against sentence is dismissed.

Facts

The appellant was charged with three counts: threatening to kill, wearing uniform without authority, and possession of cannabis. He pleaded guilty to all counts and was sentenced to 7 years for threatening to kill, 1 month for wearing uniform without authority, and 5 years for possession of cannabis.

Issues

  1. Conviction
  2. Sentence

Reasoning

The appellant's plea was unequivocal and he was not of unsound mind. The sentences were within the discretion of the trial court.

Outcome

Appeal dismissed

Authorities cited

Legislation (2)
  • Penal Code
  • Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substance Control Act
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