Edward Muriuki v Republic [2018] KEHC 9200 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 9200
- Citation
- [2018] KEHC 9200 (KLR)
- Decided
- 13 March 2018
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramL. KIMARU
Holding
The appeal is dismissed. The conviction and sentence are upheld.
Facts
The Appellant was charged with defilement and indecent assault against a 14-year-old girl named J B K. The Appellant pleaded not guilty and was convicted and sentenced to 20 years imprisonment.
Issues
- Fair trial rights
- Inconsistency of evidence
- Prosecution witnesses' credibility
- Age of the complainant
Reasoning
The court found the evidence consistent and credible, and the Appellant's defense was dismissed as fabricated. The complainant's testimony was corroborated, and the age of the complainant was 15 years at the time of the assault.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- Conviction and sentence upheld
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Sexual Offences Act
- Evidence Act
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