Director of Public Prosecutions v Mwanzuga & 2 others (Criminal Case 83 of 2020) [2023] KEMC 270 (KLR) (21 August 2023) (Ruling)
- Court
- Magistrate's Courts
- Case number
- 270
- Citation
- [2023] KEMC 270 (KLR)
- Decided
- 21 August 2023
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TypeCriminal CasePostureAppeal from a previous rulingCoramKiongo Kageno
Holding
The court finds that the accused will not suffer material prejudice if the witness is not recalled.
Facts
The three accused are facing an indictment of forcible detainer for jointly possessing a piece of land without right, in Kajiado area, Diani location, Kwale county, Coast region.
Issues
- Whether the accused have the right to recall a witness recorded by the previous magistrate
- Whether the accused will suffer material prejudice if the witness is not recalled
Reasoning
The court considers the witness's testimony to be recent and the accused had an advocate who could have prepared for the trial. The court prioritizes the case for an early hearing.
Outcome
The matter is prioritized for an early hearing.
Orders
- The matter shall be prioritized for an early hearing date with an aim to conclude before December 2023.
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