Republic v John Muchira Gatimu [2017] KEHC 1583 (KLR)
- 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
- The accused's constitutional right to bail pending trial
- 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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