Erasto 2222
The trial court acted within its discretion under the Wildlife Conservation Act to impose custodial sentences without offering a fine option, given the prevalence and seriousness of the offences. Appellants, having pleaded guilty, cannot challenge the conviction, and no illegality or impropriety was found in the sentences imposed.
Source excerpt
- Unlawful entry into game reserve
- Unlawful fishing in game reserve
- Sentencing discretion
- Plea of guilty
- Option of fine vs imprisonment