Republic v Wangila (Criminal Case E038 of 2021) [2024] KEHC 4244 (KLR) (9 April 2024) (Sentence)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 4244
- Citation
- [2024] KEHC 4244 (KLR)
- Decided
- 9 April 2024
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TypeSentencePostureAppeal from a conviction for ManslaughterCoramRN NYAKUNDI
Holding
A sentence of six (6) years imprisonment is imposed, with credit for pre-trial detention.
Facts
Ambrose Nyongesa Wangila was charged with murder but pleaded guilty to Manslaughter. The case was settled through plea bargaining.
Issues
- Sentencing of the accused
- Application of sentencing principles
Reasoning
Sentencing principles, including proportionality, rehabilitation, and the best interests of the child, were considered. The accused is a first-time offender and pleaded guilty.
Outcome
Sentence imposed
Orders
- Committed to serve six (6) years imprisonment with credit for pre-trial detention
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Section 205 of the Penal Code
Cases cited (3)
- Republic v Isaac Murumba (2021) eKLR
- Thomas Mwambu Wenyi v Republic (2017) eKLR
- Alister Antony Pereira v State of Maharashtra (India)
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