Republic v Itiko & another (Anti-Corruption Case 4 of 2012) [2016] KEMC 2 (KLR) (Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes) (19 October 2016) (Ruling)
- Court
- Magistrate's Courts
- Case number
- 2
- Citation
- [2016] KEMC 2 (KLR)
- Decided
- 19 October 2016
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TypeAnti-Corruption CasePostureAppeal from an original trialCoramFELIX KOMBO
Holding
The court agrees to issue an order for the release of the documents sought by the 2nd accused, and if not possible, to summon the responsible officer to explain the situation.
Facts
The 2nd accused, Itiko, sought 22 documents from the National Water Conservation and Pipeline Corporation, which were not in the possession of the prosecution.
Issues
- Whether the 2nd accused can obtain the documents from the National Water Conservation and Pipeline Corporation
- Whether the court should issue an order for the release of the documents
Reasoning
The court acknowledges the 2nd accused's right to investigate and gather evidence for its defense, and that this is an integral part of pre-trial preparation.
Outcome
The court issues an order for the release of the documents and a summons for the responsible officer.
Orders
- Order for the release of the documents sought by the 2nd accused
Authorities cited
Cases cited (1)
- Raphael Muoki
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