Victor Cheruiyot Kemboi v Republic [2018] KEHC 3492 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3492
- Citation
- [2018] KEHC 3492 (KLR)
AI Summary
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TypeCriminalPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentenceCoramMUMBI NGUGI
Holding
The accused is sentenced to serve a prison term of 3 years.
Facts
Victor Cheruiyot Kemboi was charged with murder but pleaded guilty to manslaughter. The deceased, Josphat Kipkorir, died after a fight in a bar on August 17, 2017.
Issues
- Whether the accused should be sentenced to a custodial term or a non-custodial sentence
- The appropriate sentence for the accused given the circumstances of the case
Reasoning
The court considered the accused's remorse, youth, and the value of human life, concluding a custodial sentence is warranted.
Outcome
Sentence upheld
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
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