E H v Republic [2017] KEHC 2697 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2697
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 2697 (KLR)
- Decided
- 17 October 2017
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentence for infanticideCoramS. Chitembwe
Holding
The conviction is upheld, but the sentence of 7 years imprisonment is set aside. The appellant is ordered to serve 6 months probation under the guidance of the Marsabit Probation Officer.
Facts
The appellant, 19 years old, killed a newborn baby boy by dumping him in a pit latrine. She pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 7 years imprisonment.
Issues
- The harshness of the sentence
- Whether a non-custodial sentence is ideal
Reasoning
The court found the sentence harsh given the appellant's age and circumstances, and the fact that she had already served 2 months of a 7-year sentence.
Outcome
Affirmed with a reduced sentence
Orders
- Appellant to serve 6 months probation
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Section 210 of the Penal Code
Cases cited (2)
- P.A.O. v Republic
- AWM v Republic
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