Republic v Faith Cherotich [2020] KEHC 1246 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1246
- Citation
- [2020] KEHC 1246 (KLR)
- Decided
- 3 December 2020
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TypeCriminalPostureRuling on Bail ApplicationCoramR. LAGAT-KORIR
Holding
The Accused is granted bail on the condition of posting cash bail of Kshs. 300,000/= with one surety of similar amount, or executing a personal bond of Kshs. 500,000/= and providing 2 sureties of Kshs. 500,000/= each.
Facts
The Accused Faith Cherotich is charged with murder, and bail was sought on 25th November, 2020.
Issues
- Whether there were compelling reasons to deny bail to the Accused
- What conditions to impose if bail is granted
Reasoning
The prosecution did not oppose the application, and the court was persuaded that there were no compelling reasons to deny bail.
Outcome
Bail granted
Orders
- The Accused is granted bail on the condition of posting cash bail of Kshs. 300,000/= with one surety of similar amount, or executing a personal bond of Kshs. 500,000/= and providing 2 sureties of Kshs. 500,000/= each.
- The Accused shall attend court whenever required and shall not impede the trial in any way.
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Section 203 of the Penal Code Cap 63 Laws of Kenya
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