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Molapo v R (CRI/A 25 of 2001) [2002] LSCA 91 (3 May 2002)
The appeal against a rape-related conviction succeeded because the prosecution failed to disprove alibi, prove the offence, or provide corroboration.
R v Mabalea (CR; Review Case; Rev. Order 1) [2002] LSCA 21 (8 March 2002)
Automatic review of a juvenile indecent assault conviction resulted in release from custody, probation with supervision, community service, and family group conference.
R v Sebotsa (CR 4 of 2000) [2000] LSCA 46 (1 January 2000)
On review, the court held that the evidence showed anal, not vaginal, penetration. The rape conviction was set aside and replaced with indecent assault; sentence was confirmed.
R v Makeka and Others (CRI/A 26 of 95) [1995] LSCA 142 (25 September 1995)
The High Court of Lesotho dismissed a criminal appeal, upholding convictions for housebreaking with intent to commit indecent assault and a five-year sentence.
R v Kephe (CRI/A 75 of 85) [1986] LSCA 55 (26 May 1986)
The appellant's plea was valid despite his claim of ignorance of the law, as ignorance is not a defence. However, the facts did not support a conviction for indecent assault but rather for abduction, as the complainant was a willing party and under the prescribed age.
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R v Jeremia (CRI/A 36 of 82) [1982] LSCA 40 (14 July 1982)
The High Court of Lesotho upheld a conviction for common assault but reduced the sentence, finding the imprisonment term too harsh for a first offender.
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