Fredrick Githuku v Republic [2017] KEHC 6982 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 6982
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 6982 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from original conviction and sentenceCoramJustice Mary Kasango
Holding
The appeal is allowed. The sentence imposed by the trial court is set aside. The appellant is sentenced to the period so far served in prison and is ordered to be set free unless he is otherwise lawfully held.
Facts
The appellant, Fredrick Githuku, pleaded guilty to the offence of stealing contrary to section 275 of the Penal Code. He was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison.
Issues
- Whether the sentence imposed by the trial court was appropriate given the appellant's remorse and prospects for rehabilitation.
- Whether the appellant should be released from prison immediately or remain in custody pending further proceedings.
Reasoning
The court considered the appellant's remorse, his family situation, and his prospects for rehabilitation. The court found that the sentence was too harsh and reduced it.
Outcome
Appeal successful
Orders
- The sentence imposed by the trial court is set aside.
- The appellant is sentenced to the period so far served in prison.
- The appellant is ordered to be set free unless he is otherwise lawfully held.
Authorities cited
Cases cited (1)
- REPUBLIC VS. JAGAN & ANOTHER [2001] KLR
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