Gwambe v S (CA 17/2020)
Gwambe v S (CA 17/2020) [2024] ZANWHC 60 (5 March 2024)
The appeal against sentence was upheld because the sentence of twenty-five years imprisonment for housebreaking with intent to steal and theft was found to be excessive and not in line with established sentencing principles. The court held that the trial court failed to adequately consider the appellant's personal circumstances and the nature of the offence. The sentence was reduced to twelve years imprisonment, antedated to the original sentencing date. The conviction and sentence under the Immigration Act were confirmed, as the appellant admitted to the offence and the requirements of the A…
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- Housebreaking With Intent To Steal And Theft
- Contravention Of Immigration Act
- Sentencing Principles
- Firearms Control Act Application