Gideon Kariuki Macharia v Republic

Macharia v Republic (Criminal Revision 61 of 2026) [2026] KEHC 9307 (KLR) (30 June 2026) (Ruling) Neutral citation: [2026] KEHC 9307 (KLR) REPUBLIC OF KENYA IN THE HIGH COURT AT KIBERA CRIMINAL REVISION 61 OF 2026 DR KAVEDZA, J JUNE 30, 2026 BETWEEN GIDEON KARIUKI MACHARIA ......................................................... APPLICANT AND REPUBLIC ............................................................................................ RESPONDENT RULING 1. This file was opened for purposes of considering whether the convict Gideon Kariuki is suitable for consideration of his sentence review in the spirit of prison decongestion pursuant to the Chief Justice Memo dated 7th December 2022. 2. The applicant was charged and convicted for the offence of stealing motor vehicle contrary to section 268 (1) as read with 278 (A) of the Penal Code. He was sentenced to serve 7 years’ imprisonment. He has a remainder of 2 years. 3. As for his conduct in prison, the applicant has attended a number of trainings and counselling sessions, which have been instrumental in his rehabilitation process. The applicant’s family is also committed to helping him effectively rehabilitate and ensure successful reintegration into the community. 4. In view of the foregoing, it is my finding that the applicant is eligible for early release as the report found in his favour. In my view, the applicant is eligible to a non-custodial sentence. 5. Consequently, the applicant is released on Community Service for a period of 18 months under the supervision of the Kibera Probation Officer. Orders accordingly. RULING DATED AND DELIVERED VIRTUALLY THIS 30TH DAY OF JUNE 2026 .......................... https://new.kenyalaw.org/akn/ke/judgment/kehc/2026/9307/eng@2026-06-30 1

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