Michanal Imbali v Republic [2021] KEHC 8836 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 8836
- Citation
- [2021] KEHC 8836 (KLR)
- Decided
- 5 March 2021
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TypeCriminal RevisionPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramG V ODUNGA
Holding
The sentences for counts II and IV are set aside, and the sentences for counts I and III are set to 15 years each, to run concurrently.
Facts
The applicant and co-accused were charged with four counts of robbery with violence and two counts of handling stolen goods. They were also charged with being in possession of firearms and ammunition without certificates.
Issues
- Sentences for counts II and IV were set aside due to the same evidence being discredited.
- Sentences for counts I and III were set to 15 years each, to run concurrently.
- Sentences for counts V and VI remained at 7 years each, to run concurrently.
Reasoning
The court found that the sentences for counts II and IV were based on the same evidence, which was discredited. The court also noted that the disparity in sentences for counts I and III was unjustified.
Outcome
The appeal is upheld, and the sentences for counts II and IV are set aside. The sentences for counts I and III are reduced to 15 years each, to run concurrently.
Orders
- Sentences for counts II and IV are set aside.
- Sentences for counts I and III are reduced to 15 years each, to run concurrently.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Penal Code
- Firearm Act
Cases cited (1)
- Marando vs. The Republic [1980] KLR 114
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