Republic v Purity Mbithe Madaraka & another [2019] KEHC 2276 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2276
- Citation
- [2019] KEHC 2276 (KLR)
- Decided
- 14 November 2019
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TypeSentencingPostureAppeal from a conviction for manslaughterCoramHon. H. I. Ong’udi
Holding
The 1st and 2nd accused are placed on probation for three (3) years
Facts
The 1st and 2nd accused were charged with murder but the charges were reduced to manslaughter after a plea bargain. The victim was a grandchild to the 1st accused and a daughter to the 2nd accused.
Issues
- Sentencing of the accused
- Role of the mother in the commission of the offence
Reasoning
The court found that the accused committed a foolish act and needs time to reconcile with God.
Outcome
Probation granted
Orders
- Probation for 3 years
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
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