Kennedy Kimtai Cheptai v Republic [2018] KEHC 1334 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1334
- Citation
- [2018] KEHC 1334 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramH.K. CHEMITEI
Holding
The appeal is allowed, and the appellant is granted the benefit of Section 8(5) of the Sexual Offences Act.
Facts
The complainant, aged 16, lived with the appellant from August 13, 2016, to September 18, 2016, and they had sexual intercourse. The complainant's hymen was torn, and a dental age assessment showed she was 16 years old.
Issues
- Whether the appellant can benefit from Section 8(5) of the Sexual Offences Act
Reasoning
The complainant presented herself as marriageable age and said she would have married the appellant if not for her mother's intervention.
Outcome
The appellant is set free unless lawfully held.
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Sexual Offences Act No. 3 of 2006
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