Festus Muchangi Gichovi v Republic [2018] KEHC 16 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 16
- Citation
- [2018] KEHC 16 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from original conviction and sentenceCoramS. Chitembe, F. Mucemi
Holding
The appeal is dismissed. The sentence of 45 years imprisonment is upheld.
Facts
The appellant, Festus Muchangi Gichovi, was charged with defilement of a 10-year-old girl, JIK, on December 1, 2014. The prosecution's evidence included the testimony of PW1 and PW2, who identified the appellant as the perpetrator.
Issues
- The trial court's reliance on the evidence of PW1 and PW2 without independent witnesses
- The trial court's rejection of the appellant's defense
- The trial court's sentence of 45 years imprisonment
Reasoning
The prosecution's evidence, including the testimony of PW1 and PW2, was sufficient to prove the appellant's guilt. The trial court's sentence is not excessive.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Sexual Offences Act No.3 of 2006
- Interpretation and General Provisions Act
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