Kullow Adan Ali v Republic [2017] KEHC 1989 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1989
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 1989 (KLR)
- Decided
- 14 November 2017
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramGEORGE DULU
Holding
The conviction and sentence are upheld, but the sentence is reduced to 2 years on each count, to run concurrently.
Facts
The appellant and two co-accused were charged with burglary and stealing. The appellant was found guilty and sentenced to 4 years in prison on each count, to run concurrently. The co-accused were acquitted or given probation.
Issues
- Whether the conviction and sentence were supported by evidence
- Whether the appellant was a habitual offender
- Whether the sentence was proportionate
Reasoning
The court found the evidence sufficient to convict the appellant of burglary and stealing. The court reduced the sentence due to the appellant's lack of explanation for his possession of stolen goods and the lack of evidence of habitual offending.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- The appellant will serve 2 years imprisonment on each of the 2 counts and the sentences will run concurrently
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
Cases cited (1)
- OKENO VS REPUBLIC (1972) EA 32
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