Stephen Karuri Muiruri v Republic [2021] KEHC 5915 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 5915
- Citation
- [2021] KEHC 5915 (KLR)
AI Summary
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TypeAppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentenceCoramGRACE L. NZIOKA
Holding
The sentence is set aside and reduced to two years, with effect from the date of arraignment in custody on 18th October 2019, but without remission. The applicant will be released on 18th October 2021.
Facts
The applicant was arrested on 18th October 2019 and pleaded not guilty to both counts. He later entered a plea of guilty and was convicted and sentenced to four years in prison.
Issues
- The sentence imposed is illegal as it exceeds the maximum sentence of three years.
- The applicant is a first offender and the maximum sentence would be harsh.
Reasoning
The court found the sentence illegal due to exceeding the maximum sentence and reduced it considering the applicant's status as a first offender.
Outcome
Appeal successful, sentence reduced
Orders
- Sentence reduced to two years
- Release date set to 18th October 2021
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