Republic v Lucy Sigara [2016] KEHC 6112 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 6112
- Citation
- [2016] KEHC 6112 (KLR)
- Decided
- 22 March 2016
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TypeCriminal MurderPostureApplication for release on bondCoramW.A. OKWANY
Holding
The application for release on bond is allowed with specified terms
Facts
The accused, Lucy Sigara, was charged with murder for killing Emmanuel Sigara on February 21, 2016, at Nyamagwa Sub-location in Sameta Sub-County, Kisii County. She denied the charge.
Issues
- Whether the accused should be released on bond pending trial
- Whether the accused will turn up for trial if released on bond
Reasoning
The court allowed the application because there were no compelling reasons to deny the accused's request for release on bond. The primary factor is whether the accused will turn up for trial.
Outcome
The application for release on bond is allowed
Orders
- The accused may be released on her own bond of Kshs. 500,000/= with 2 sureties of a like amount
- The accused must appear in court as required by the court until the case is heard and determined or until further orders
Remedies
- Release on bond with specified conditions
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Article 49 (1) (h) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010
Cases cited (1)
- Republic –vs- Abel Moranga Nchore- Kisii HCCR Murder No. 137 of 2013 (unreported)
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