Republic v Samuel Kinyua Nchebere & 2 others [2016] KEHC 5127 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 5127
- Citation
- [2016] KEHC 5127 (KLR)
- Decided
- 18 May 2016
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TypeCriminalPostureApplication for bond grantedCoramR.P.V. WENDOH
Holding
The application for bond is granted with a bond of KShs.200,000/= plus one surety of like sum or cash bail of Kshs.50,000/=
Facts
The 3rd accused, Dickens Mugathia, faces a charge of murder. He applied for bond on grounds of being in custody since his arrest, the offence being bailable, and being a resident with family.
Issues
- Whether the accused will turn up for his defence
- Whether the accused will interfere with witnesses
- Whether the accused's life will be in danger if released
Reasoning
The court considered the paramount consideration of whether the accused will turn up for his defence, and other considerations such as the character of the accused and the likelihood of interference with witnesses. The court found no compelling reasons to deny the bond.
Outcome
Application granted
Orders
- Bond of KShs.200,000/= plus one surety of like sum or cash bail of Kshs.50,000/=
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