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Republic v Paul Kinoti Maore [2017] KEHC 1786 (KLR)

[2017] KEHC 1786 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
1786
Citation
[2017] KEHC 1786 (KLR)
Decided
14 November 2017
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TypeCriminalPostureBond HearingCoramHON. A.ONG’INJO
Holding

The accused will remain in custody pending trial.

Facts

The accused, Paul Kinoti Maore, is charged with murder. He was arrested on April 27-28, 2017, at Mutuati market in Kabachi, Igembe North Sub-County, Meru County, and accused of murdering M’Amaiya Mwambia.

Issues

  1. Whether the accused is suitable for release on bond.
  2. The accused's suitability based on his behavior and criminal record.

Reasoning

The court found that the accused is a reckless youth who engages in fights and other criminal activities while under the influence of alcohol. His uncle and deceased relatives oppose his release due to concerns about his flight risk and potential for revenge attacks.

Outcome

The accused will remain in custody.

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