Evans Momanyi Amenya v Republic [2017] KEHC 4937 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 4937
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 4937 (KLR)
AI Summary
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramA. C. MRIMA
Holding
The appellant was found to be the perpetrator of the alleged offence. The 20-year prison sentence remains legal.
Facts
The appellant was charged with defilement and indecent act with a child. The prosecution alleged that the appellant had sex with the complainant in a maize field on August 24, 2011.
Issues
- Whether the appellant was the perpetrator of the alleged offence.
- Whether the appellant was subjected to a medical examination upon arrest.
Reasoning
The court found the complainant's testimony credible and corroborated by PW2. The appellant's defense was not successful.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Sexual Offences Act No. 3 of 2006
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