Solomon Tabu Khalili v Republic [2016] KEHC 8387 (KLR)

Facts

Appellant was convicted of grievous harm and sentenced to 7 years in prison. He seeks bail pending appeal.

Issues

1. Whether the appellant has made out a case for bail pending appeal
2. Whether the appellant's appeal has high chances of success

Reasoning

The court is not satisfied that the appellant has made out a case for the orders sought. The appellant's appeal has not been filed and no draft memorandum has been presented. The court also found that the appellant has not shown that there are any exceptional or unusual circumstances to warrant consideration of this application in his favor, nor has he proved that his appeal has high chances of success.

Outcome

Appeal dismissed

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