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ABUBAKARI GERO v. THE REPUBLIC

2016

COURT OF APPEAL

GHANA

CORAM

  • ADJEI, JA – PRESIDING
  • MRS. SOWAH, JA
  • MENSAH, JA

Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law and Procedure
  • Evidence Law
  • Constitutional Law

AI Generated Summary

The appellant, involved in a conspiracy to commit robbery, was convicted along with two others by the High Court of Kumasi, and sentenced to 21 years imprisonment. The appellant appealed, arguing the sentence was harsh and excessive. The Court of Appeal found the original trial judge failed to properly evaluate the evidence and provide reasons for the conviction. The appellate court upheld the 21-year sentence, stating it was appropriate given the crime's severity, but corrected the sentence's start date to the date of the judgment, in accordance with procedural standards and constitutional requirements.

JUDGEMENT