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Republic v John Muchira Gatimu [2017] KEHC 1583 (KLR)

[2017] KEHC 1583 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
1583
Citation
[2017] KEHC 1583 (KLR)
Decided
2 November 2017
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TypeCriminalPostureApplication for BailCoramL. W. GITARI
Holding

The accused is granted bail pending trial, with a bond of Ksh.1,000,000 and one like surety.

Facts

The accused, John Muchira Gatimu, was arrested on March 2, 2017, and brought a Notice of Motion for bail/bond pending trial.

Issues

  1. The accused's constitutional right to bail pending trial
  2. The seriousness of the offence and the need for stringent bail conditions

Reasoning

The court found no compelling reasons to deny bail, upholding the accused's constitutional right to bail. The seriousness of the offence was considered in setting bail terms.

Outcome

Bail granted

Orders

  • The accused is released on a bond of Ksh.1,000,000 and one like surety pending trial

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Article 49 (1) (h) of the Constitution
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