David Kipkemoi Kaino v Republic [2020] KEHC 981 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 981
- Citation
- [2020] KEHC 981 (KLR)
- Decided
- 17 November 2020
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramH. A. Omondi, Miss Okok for DPP, C/A Komen
Holding
The sentence of 10 years imprisonment is reduced to 3 years imprisonment to run from the date of arrest
Facts
The appellant, David Kipkemoi Kaino, was convicted of manslaughter for killing Charles Ruto Chelanga on September 13, 2017. The appellant claimed he was framed and had young children who depended on him.
Issues
- Whether the sentence of 10 years imprisonment is appropriate given the circumstances
- Whether the appellant showed remorse at the trial
Reasoning
The court considers the appellant's remorse and the circumstances of the incident, finding the original sentence harsh and sets aside the 10-year sentence.
Outcome
Appeal on sentence succeeds
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Penal Code
- Remand custody
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