Republic v Samwel Mwangangi Mwendwa [2016] KEHC 1029 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1029
- Citation
- [2016] KEHC 1029 (KLR)
- Decided
- 26 October 2016
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TypeCriminalPostureAppeal from original trialCoramGEORGE DULU
Holding
The court continues with the criminal proceedings as communicated by the Director of Public Prosecution.
Facts
The accused was charged with murder and was in and out of hospital due to apparent mental instability. The prosecution and defense counsel addressed the issue of the accused's mental status.
Issues
- Whether the accused is fit to stand trial
- How to proceed with the criminal proceedings
Reasoning
The court follows the provisions of Section 163 and 164 of the Criminal Procedure Code, where the Director of Public Prosecution must inform the court whether to proceed with the case. The court cannot discharge the accused as he is fit to plead.
Outcome
The court continues with the criminal proceedings.
Orders
- Continue with the criminal proceedings as communicated by the DPP
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Criminal Procedure Code (cap.75)
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