Fadhili Katana Kalama v Republic [2020] KEHC 7956 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 7956
- Citation
- [2020] KEHC 7956 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from original SentenceCoramH P G Waweru
Holding
The sentence of four (4) years imprisonment is set aside and substituted with a sentence of two (2) years imprisonment from the date of the original sentence.
Facts
The appellant, Fadhili Katana Kalama, was convicted of breaking into a building and stealing electronic office equipment and supplies valued at KShs 523,300. He was sentenced to four (4) years imprisonment.
Issues
- Manifestly harsh and excessive sentence
- Sentencing without a probation report
Reasoning
The court found the sentence to be manifestly harsh and excessive, given the appellant's young age, lack of prior convictions, and the fact that he had already served two years and one-and-a-half months in prison.
Outcome
Appeal allowed
Orders
- Sentence of two (2) years imprisonment substituted
Remedies
- Appellant set at liberty
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
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