Republic v Musa Kipyego Too & another [2015] KEHC 6521 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 6521
- Citation
- [2015] KEHC 6521 (KLR)
- Decided
- 12 February 2015
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TypeCriminalPostureApplication for bail pending trialCoramC. W. GITHUA
Holding
The court denies the accused persons' right to bail pending trial due to the state's apprehension of potential interference with witnesses.
Facts
Two accused persons, Musa Kipyego Too and Simon Kiptanui Too, are charged with the offence of murder. The state opposed their application for bail due to concerns about potential interference with witnesses.
Issues
- Right to bail pending trial
- Compelling reasons for denial of bail
Reasoning
The court finds that the accused persons' right to bail is not absolute and may be denied where compelling reasons exist. The state's apprehension of potential interference with witnesses is considered a compelling reason.
Outcome
The court denies the application for bail pending trial.
Orders
- Denial of bail pending trial
- Accused persons may renew their bond application after the minor and the accused person's relative have testified
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
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