Republic v Susan Moraa Oketch [2016] KEHC 335 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 335
- Citation
- [2016] KEHC 335 (KLR)
- Decided
- 21 December 2016
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TypeBail HearingPostureAppeal from an earlier ruling on bailCoramS. N. Mutuku
Holding
The court granted bail to the accused, setting a bond of Kshs 500,000 with two sureties of similar amount, or cash bail of Kshs 150,000.
Facts
The accused, Susan Moraa Oketch, was charged with murder and was granted bail initially. She later applied to vary the bail conditions due to her inability to raise the required amount.
Issues
- Whether the accused should be granted bail
- The terms and conditions of bail to be set
Reasoning
The court considered the accused's background and the need to ensure she attends court and does not interfere with the case.
Outcome
The accused was granted bail.
Orders
- Bail granted to Susan Moraa Oketch
- Bond of Kshs 500,000 with two sureties of similar amount or cash bail of Kshs 150,000
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
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