Noah Lokol Ibrahim v Republic [2016] KEHC 2062 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2062
- Citation
- [2016] KEHC 2062 (KLR)
- Decided
- 13 October 2016
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TypeAppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentence of defilementCoramJ. A. Makaau
Holding
The conviction is upheld and sentence confirmed.
Facts
The appellant was charged with defilement and indecent act with a child, found guilty and sentenced to 10 years imprisonment. The appellant appealed on grounds of unreliable evidence, lack of corroboration, and improper investigation.
Issues
- Reliability of evidence
- Corroboration of charges
- Proper investigation
Reasoning
The court found no merit in the appeal, upholding the conviction and sentence. The court noted that the age of the complainant was established, the appellant was identified, and the ingredients of the offence were proven.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Sexual Offences Act No. 3 of 2006
- Constitution of Kenya 2010
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