Anthony Muchina Njoroge v Republic [2016] KEHC 8314 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 8314
- Citation
- [2016] KEHC 8314 (KLR)
- Decided
- 8 November 2016
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TypeCriminal RevisionPostureApplicant seeks to have his sentence set aside and be set freeCoramG.W. NGENYE-MACHARIA
Holding
The sentence of 2 years imprisonment is set aside and the Applicant is set free
Facts
The Applicant was convicted of conspiracy to commit a felony and sentenced to 2 years imprisonment. The charge was for the abduction of a child with intent to demand ransom.
Issues
- Whether the sentence of 2 years imprisonment is harsh and excessive
- Whether the Applicant is a first offender and should have received a lesser sentence
Reasoning
The offence was serious, but the sentence was excessive given the circumstances, including the Applicant's status as a first offender and the fact that he was in remand for two years.
Outcome
Set aside the sentence and set the Applicant free
Orders
- Set aside the sentence of 2 years imprisonment and substitute it with an order that the Applicant has served sufficient sentence and is hereby forthwith set free
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Criminal Procedure Code
- Penal Code
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