Republic v Lumara (Criminal Case E166 of 2025) [2025] KEMC 134 (KLR) (3 June 2025) (Ruling)
- Court
- Magistrate's Courts
- Case number
- 134
- Citation
- [2025] KEMC 134 (KLR)
- Decided
- 3 June 2025
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TypeCriminal CasePostureApplication for BailCoramALOYCE- PETER -NDEGE, SENIOR PRINCIPAL MAGISTRATE
Holding
The court granted the accused's application for cash bail in the sum of Kshs. 60,000, with reporting conditions.
Facts
The accused, Benson Lumara, was charged with obtaining money by false pretences, malicious damage to property, and offensive conduct. He was arrested on January 29, 2025, and February 8, 2025, and January 30, 2025.
Issues
- Whether the accused should be released on cash bail pending trial.
- The conditions to be imposed if bail is granted.
Reasoning
The court considered the Bail and Bond guidelines and Article 49(1)(h) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, and found no compelling reasons to deny bail. The accused demonstrated remorse and a willingness to comply with court requirements.
Outcome
The accused was granted cash bail.
Orders
- Cash bail in the sum of Kshs. 60,000
- Reporting to the Officer commanding Station (OCS), Elementaita County, once every 2 weeks
- Providing a verifiable contact person and location for the court's approval
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Penal Code
- Constitution of Kenya, 2010
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