Sheban Husein Nare v Republic [2016] KEHC 8463 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 8463
- Citation
- [2016] KEHC 8463 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal RevisionPostureApplication for revision of sentenceCoramG.W. NGENYE-MACHARIA
Holding
The application is allowed, the one year custodial sentence is set aside and the applicant is ordered to be set free.
Facts
The applicant was charged with obtaining money by false pretences and sentenced to one year imprisonment. He was in custody for one and a half years prior to sentencing.
Issues
- Harshness of the sentence
- Inadequate consideration of remand time
Reasoning
The court found the sentence harsh and excessive, considering the applicant's age, health conditions, and the cumulative time in custody.
Outcome
Application allowed, sentence set aside
Orders
- Set aside the one year custodial sentence
- Order the applicant to be set free
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Criminal Procedure Code
- Penal Code
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