Weldon Kipkorir Rotich v Republic [2021] KEHC 5525 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 5525
- Citation
- [2021] KEHC 5525 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramL. KIMARU
Holding
The plea of guilty was equivocal and the facts did not support the charges. The conviction is quashed and the custodial sentence is set aside.
Facts
The appellant was charged with unauthorized possession of an examination paper and engaging in examination malpractices. He pleaded guilty to both charges.
Issues
- Whether the plea of guilty was unequivocal
- Whether the facts provided by the prosecution supported the charges
Reasoning
The prosecution did not provide facts that supported the charges, and the plea of guilty was not unequivocal.
Outcome
Appeal allowed, conviction quashed, sentence set aside
Orders
- Appellant to be presented before the Chief Magistrate to take plea afresh on the charges in a retrial ordered by this court
- Appellant to be at liberty to make an appropriate application for bail if he pleads not guilty
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Kenya National Examination Council Act
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