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Republic v Mary Atai Mun’gau [2017] KEHC 217 (KLR)

[2017] KEHC 217 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
217
Citation
[2017] KEHC 217 (KLR)
Decided
16 June 2017
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TypeCriminalPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentenceCoramMaureen A. Odero
Holding

The accused is given a chance to defend herself.

Facts

The accused, Mary Atai Mun’gau, was charged with murder under sections 203 and 204 of the Penal Code. The prosecution called four witnesses.

Issues

  1. Whether the prosecution has established a prima facie case for murder.
  2. Whether the accused has been given a fair opportunity to defend herself.

Reasoning

The judge found that the prosecution has established a prima facie case for murder and directed the accused to be given her defence.

Outcome

The accused is given a chance to defend herself.

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Penal Code
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