Republic v Erastus Ngura Odhiambo [2018] KEHC 4193 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 4193
- Citation
- [2018] KEHC 4193 (KLR)
- Decided
- 1 August 2018
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TypeSentencingPostureAppeal from a conviction for murderCoramS. N. Mutuku
Holding
The mandatory death sentence is declared unconstitutional, and the court sentences the accused to 20 years in prison.
Facts
The accused, Erastus Ngura Odhiambo, was convicted of murder for the death of his ex-wife's daughter on December 11, 2014.
Issues
- Whether the mandatory death sentence under Section 204 of the Penal Code is unconstitutional
- The appropriate sentence for the accused given the circumstances of the case
Reasoning
The court found the mandatory death sentence unconstitutional, allowing for discretion in sentencing. The accused's remorse and the victim's pain were considered, leading to a sentence of 20 years in prison.
Outcome
The accused is sentenced to 20 years in prison.
Orders
- The accused is informed of his right to appeal within 14 days
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Penal Code
- Criminal Procedure Code
Cases cited (1)
- Francis Karioko Muruatetue & another v. Republic and others in Supreme Court Petition No. 15 of 2015
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