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