The High Court declined to revise a sentence for cannabis possession, holding that the trial sentence was lawful and a non-custodial term was not warranted.
The High Court reduced a five-year narcotics sentence, substituting it with 15 months' probation after finding the custodial term excessive and disproportionate.
The court held that the applicant, having pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis sativa and being a first offender who has demonstrated remorse and rehabilitation, is a suitable candidate for a non-custodial sentence. The court considered the gravity of the offence, the applicant's criminal history, character, and the need for community protection. The empirical evidence showed the applicant is reformed and ready for reintegration into society. Therefore, the custodial sentence was reviewed and substituted with a probation sentence for the remaining period, subject to compliance with probat…
The High Court at Kiambu marked a criminal revision application as spent after finding the applicant had likely already served the sentence imposed for bhang possession.
The High Court at Nakuru revised a drug-possession sentence and ordered the remainder served through community service at Tayari Chief’s Camp for six months.
The High Court at Nakuru revised a one-year sentence for cannabis possession, substituting the remaining term with a two-month community service order.