Andrew Lopeyok Atiir v Republic [2018] KEHC 8216 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 8216
- Citation
- [2018] KEHC 8216 (KLR)
- Decided
- 12 February 2018
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramS N RIECHI
Holding
The conviction and sentence are quashed, and the appellant is set at liberty.
Facts
The appellant was charged with defilement, and the prosecution called 3 witnesses, while the appellant gave unsworn evidence. The complainant testified that the appellant penetrated her vagina, and the clinical officer found lacerations and a discharge.
Issues
- Appellant's age discrepancy
- Lack of medical evidence of penetration
- Inadequate prosecution witnesses
- Lack of eye witness
Reasoning
The evidence was contradictory, and the prosecution case was not proved beyond reasonable doubt. There were gaps in the prosecution case that compromised the credibility of the complainant and the prosecution.
Outcome
Appeal allowed, conviction and sentence quashed
Orders
- Quash conviction of defilement
- Set aside sentence of 15 years imprisonment
- Set appellant at liberty
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Sexual Offences Act No.3 of 2006
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