SENTENCE: Each of the three accused were sentenced to seven years jail without a fine option.
#35. February 22nd, 2024 (Sentencing):
by E. Gutu

Case Overview
In March 2021, KWS officers arrested the accused in possession and dealing in 6 kg of ivory. They were arraigned on March 15th and pleaded not guilty.
Presiding Magistrate and Court: Hon. Irene Marcia Kahuya – Principal Magistrate Court 6 | |
State Counsel: Violet | Advocates for the Accused: |
Accused:
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Charges:
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Date of Arrest: | Date of Arraignment: 2021-03-15 |
Location of Arrest: | Contraband Seized: 6 kg |
Proceedings
#34. February 15th, 2024 (Sentencing):
by E. Gutu
#33. February 8th, 2024 (Judgement):
#32. January 25th, 2024 (No sitting): This matter had originally been set for January 22nd. The cause list for the week indicated that the hearing was to take place on January 25th. SEEJ-AFRICA attended court 6 on the January 25th to find that the defence hearing had taken place on Monday the 22nd and a judgement date was set for February 8th, 2024.
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#31. December 6th, 2023 (Defence Hearing): The scheduled defence hearing did not take place. The advocate on record for all three accused withdrew from the matter, advising the court due to his ailing son who requires full time attention.
