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Republic v Oyombe & 2 others [2023] KEHC 725 (KLR)
The High Court at Kiambu reinstated the 1st accused’s bond after medical concerns arose in remand, setting fresh and stricter release terms.
Republic v Bonface Kiogora, Jamlick Kaburu Muguna & Benard Muriuki Mbaya [2019] KEHC 3495 (KLR)
The High Court in Meru reinstated the 3rd accused’s bond after he breached its terms by failing to attend court, noting his surety remained willing to stand.
Republic v Bonface Kiogora,Jamlick Kaburu Muguna & Benard Muriuki Mbaya [2019] KEHC 9820 (KLR)
The High Court at Meru reinstated the 3rd accused’s bond after he breached attendance terms, relying on his explanation and his father’s willingness to remain surety.
Slvester Njagi Ngugi v Republic [2018] KEHC 5091 (KLR)
The High Court dismissed an application to start a criminal trial de novo, transfer the case, and reinstate bond, citing unavailable witnesses and lack of merit.
Bernard Hinga Njogu v Republic [2018] KEHC 9142 (KLR)
The court found that the applicant had previously absconded from court for a significant period and only returned after a warrant of arrest was executed. Given that the prosecution had closed its case and the applicant was aware of the evidence against him, the incentive to abscond was high. The court held that the trial magistrate properly exercised discretion in cancelling the bail, and the applicant failed to demonstrate sufficient cause for reinstatement. The risk of further absconding outweighed the applicant's plea, especially considering the seriousness of the charge and the advanced s…
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Samuel Sine Langai v Republic [2017] KEHC 756 (KLR)
The High Court in Nyahururu held that the accused should not be detained contrary to an order reinstating bond and lifting a warrant of arrest.
Republic v Robert Okoth Otieno [2016] KEHC 2749 (KLR)
The High Court at Kakamega reinstated the accused’s bond after a missed court appearance, warning that any further default would lead to cancellation.
Nicasio Mwangi Kiura v Republic [2016] KEHC 3611 (KLR)
The High Court set aside cancellation of the applicant’s bail/bond, finding his non-attendance was beyond his control due to South Sudan travel restrictions.
ERICK OKINYO NYAKINA V REPUBLIC [2013] KEHC 3654 (KLR)
The High Court dismissed an application to transfer a criminal case for retrial, but reinstated the applicant’s bond after previous cancellation for non-attendance.
PATRICK PADDY OOKO vs REPUBLIC [1997] KEHC 58 (KLR)
The High Court reinstated bail for an accused who had failed to attend court, doing so on humanitarian grounds because of his ill health.
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