Republic v Kevin Kotola Fula [2021] KEHC 1234 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1234
- Citation
- [2021] KEHC 1234 (KLR)
- Decided
- 16 December 2021
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TypeCriminalPostureApplication for bond/bail pending trialCoramMARY KASANGO
Holding
The court grants the accused bond/bail of Kshs.500,000 with two sureties of similar amount.
Facts
The accused, Kevin Kotola Fula, is a 25-year-old man charged with the murder of his wife. They had a one-year-old son together. His family is willing to stand surety for him if he is granted bond.
Issues
- Whether the accused should be granted bond/bail pending trial
- Whether there are compelling reasons to deny bond/bail
Reasoning
The court grants bond/bail as there are no compelling reasons to deny it. The right to bond/bail is solely at the discretion of the court.
Outcome
The accused is granted bond/bail pending trial.
Orders
- Kevin Kotola Fula is granted bond of Kshs.500,000 with two sureties of similar amount
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Article 49(1)(h) of the Constitution
Cases cited (1)
- Republic vs. Milton Kabulit & 60 Others (2011) eKLR
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