Peter Njeru Gatari v Republic [2018] KEHC 2759 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2759
- Citation
- [2018] KEHC 2759 (KLR)
- Decided
- 29 October 2018
AI Summary
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureApplication for Bail Pending AppealCoramF. Mucemi
Holding
The appeal is arguable and the applicant should be released on bond with conditions
Facts
The applicant was charged and convicted of defilement, sentenced to 15 years' imprisonment, and was on bail during the trial.
Issues
- Whether the appeal has a chance of success
- Whether the prosecution has compelling reasons to oppose bail
Reasoning
The judge found the appeal arguable and the prosecution did not provide compelling reasons to oppose bail.
Outcome
The application for bail pending appeal is allowed
Orders
- The applicant may be released on bond of Kshs.300,000/= with one surety
- The applicant must attend bi-monthly mentions pending hearing and determination of the appeal
Remedies
- Release on bond with conditions
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Sexual Offences Act
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