Michael Omondi Alias Demore v Republic

Demore v Republic (Criminal Revision 63 of 2026) [2026] KEHC 9216 (KLR) (30 June 2026) (Ruling) Neutral citation: [2026] KEHC 9216 (KLR) REPUBLIC OF KENYA IN THE HIGH COURT AT KIBERA CRIMINAL REVISION 63 OF 2026 DR KAVEDZA, J JUNE 30, 2026 BETWEEN MICHAEL OMONDI ALIAS DEMORE ................................................ APPLICANT AND REPUBLIC ............................................................................................ RESPONDENT RULING 1. This file was opened to determine whether the convict, Michael Omondi alias Demore, qualifies for sentence review under the prison decongestion initiative pursuant to the Chief Justice's Memo dated 7th December 2022. 2. The Applicant was convicted of assault causing actual bodily harm contrary to section 251 of the Penal Code and sentenced to three (3) years' imprisonment. The probation report shows that, while in custody, he has participated in counselling and rehabilitation programmes and has demonstrated positive reform. The report further indicates that his family is willing to support his reintegration into the community. 3. Having considered the probation report and the circumstances of the case, I am satisfied that the Applicant is suitable for a non-custodial sentence under the prison decongestion programme. 4. Accordingly, the remainder of the custodial sentence is substituted with a Community Service Order for a period of eight (8) months under the supervision of the Kibera Probation Officer. Orders accordingly. RULING DATED AND DELIVERED VIRTUALLY THIS 30TH DAY OF JUNE 2026 D. KAVEDZA JUDGE https://new.kenyalaw.org/akn/ke/judgment/kehc/2026/9216/eng@2026-06-30 1