Stephen Odhiambo Ndere v Republic [2016] KEHC 8747 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 8747
- Citation
- [2016] KEHC 8747 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramD.S. MAJANJA
Holding
The conviction and sentence for attempted rape are upheld, but reduced to 10 years imprisonment. The sentence for assault causing actual bodily harm remains unchanged.
Facts
The appellant, Stephen Odhiambo Ndere, was charged with attempted rape and assault causing actual bodily harm. The complainant identified the appellant as the assailant.
Issues
- Defect in the charge sheet
- Contradictions in the prosecution evidence
- Issue of grudge between the appellant and the complainant's boyfriend
Reasoning
The court affirmed the conviction for attempted rape, considering the gravity of the offence and the circumstances under which it was committed. The sentence was reduced due to the minimum sentence prescribed by the statute.
Outcome
Appeal allowed in part, conviction for attempted rape quashed and substituted with 8 years imprisonment
Orders
- Conviction for attempted rape quashed and substituted with 8 years imprisonment
- Sentence for assault causing actual bodily harm remains unchanged
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Sexual Offences Act, 2006
- Penal Code (Chapter 63 of the Laws of Kenya)
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