Anthony Kipketer Rotich v Republic [2021] KEHC 5987 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 5987
- Citation
- [2021] KEHC 5987 (KLR)
- Decided
- 3 June 2021
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppellant seeks bail pending appealCoramS. M GITHINJI
Holding
The application for bail pending appeal is dismissed as there are no extraordinary circumstances warranting release.
Facts
The appellant was charged with forcible detainer for possession of land belonging to his father. He pleaded not guilty and was convicted and sentenced to 12 months imprisonment.
Issues
- Whether the appellant is a flight risk
- Whether the appeal has chances of success
- Whether the appellant is gainfully employed
- Safety of the appellant
Reasoning
The court considered the nature of the offence, the appellant's character, and the need for public order. The appellant's unwell condition was noted but not a sufficient reason for release.
Outcome
Application dismissed
Orders
- The lower Court record should be processed, filed and served to enable a soon hearing of the appeal
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