Jared Omondi Odipo v Republic [2020] KEHC 1756 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1756
- Citation
- [2020] KEHC 1756 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramRICHARD MWONGO
Holding
The appeal is dismissed on all grounds, and the accused is entitled to a hearing on sentencing.
Facts
The accused was convicted of defilement on June 21, 2015, at [Particulars Withheld] Estate in Gilgil District, Nakuru County. The prosecution called 4 witnesses, while the accused gave an unsworn statement.
Issues
- Whether the prosecution proved the ingredients of the offence of defilement
- Whether the trial court properly considered the accused's defense
Reasoning
The court found no merit in the accused's grounds of appeal and dismissed the appeal.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- Sentencing hearing to be held before the trial court
- Probation officer's and Prisons authorities' reports to be submitted within 90 days
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Sexual Offences Act No. 3 of 2006
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