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The evidence did not prove armed robbery beyond reasonable doubt but did prove robbery with violence; the appellants were caught in possession of the stolen property shortly after the incident; the trial court considered mitigation before sentencing.
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The prosecution failed to prove beyond reasonable doubt that the appellants had a common intention to cause the death of the deceased or that they caused his death; procedural irregularities including denial of mitigation opportunity and improper handling of hostile witness further undermined the conviction.
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The High Court upheld a seven-year sentence for obtaining money by false pretence, finding the trial court properly exercised sentencing discretion.
The Court of Appeal reduced a manslaughter sentence from 25 to 10 years after finding the trial judge had not properly considered mitigation.
The accused was found guilty of manslaughter, not murder, because the killing occurred during a fight while both parties were intoxicated, and the evidence established beyond reasonable doubt that the accused stabbed the deceased, but lacked the intent required for murder.
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The High Court dismissed a sentence appeal for stealing by agent, holding the two-year concurrent sentences were not unduly severe and confirming them.
Appeal against sentence for stealing by agent allowed. The High Court reduced the term after noting the appellant was a first offender and the bicycle was recovered.
The High Court at Tabora reduced a two-year sentence for unlawful possession of government trophy, citing the appellant’s age, frail health, and mitigating circumstances.
The High Court reduced two theft sentences from four years to two years, holding the Minimum Sentences Act did not apply and the original sentences were excessive.
The High Court reduced a dangerous-driving fine after finding the trial court should have considered the appellant’s means and mitigation before sentencing.
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