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Criminal Law [2023] UGHCCRD 96

Osadolor v Uganda

Osadolor v Uganda (Criminal Appeal 138 of 2022) [2023] UGHCCRD 96 (31 August 2023)

The High Court upheld convictions for computer misuse, electronic fraud, conspiracy, and unlawful stay, finding the circumstantial evidence strong and the sentence justified.

  • Computer Misuse
  • Electronic Fraud
  • Conspiracy To Commit Felony
  • Unlawful Stay
  • Circumstantial Evidence
  • Sentencing Principles
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Criminal Law [2020] UGHCCRD 1

Stella Nyanzi v Uganda

Stella Nyanzi v Uganda (Criminal Appeal No. 79 of 2019) [2020] UGHCCRD 1 (20 February 2020)

The High Court allowed Dr Stella Nyanzi’s criminal appeal, quashed her conviction and sentence, and held that the trial was a nullity for lack of jurisdiction and fair trial violations.

  • Cyber Harassment
  • Offensive Communication
  • Fair Trial Rights
  • Jurisdiction Of Courts
  • Computer Misuse
  • Criminal Procedure
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Criminal Law [2018] UGHCCRD 23

Uganda v Nsubuga

Uganda v Nsubuga (Criminal Sessions Case No. 0072 of 2016) [2018] UGHCCRD 23 (7 February 2018)

Ugandan High Court decision on URA cybercrime allegations: A1 and A4 were convicted on computer misuse and customs-related counts, while A2 and A3 were acquitted.

  • Computer Misuse
  • Electronic Fraud
  • Unauthorized Access
  • Customs Evasion
  • Digital Evidence
  • Cybercrime
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Criminal Law [2016] UGCA 4

Gachev & Ors v Uganda

Gachev & Ors v Uganda (Criminal Appeal No. 155 of 2013) [2016] UGCA 4 (16 July 2016)

The Court of Appeal held that the High Court erred in enhancing the sentences for counts 23, 29, and 30 from 2 to 3 years without following the proper procedure of giving notice or warning to the appellants, as required by law and established precedent. The enhancement was therefore unlawful and set aside. The Court further found that, while the offences were committed in the same period and location, there was justification for consecutive sentences for counts 23, 29, and 30 due to evidence of actual loss or harm in those counts. However, the sentences for these counts should remain at 2 yea…

  • Sentencing Procedure
  • Appeals Process
  • Forgery
  • Computer Misuse
  • Deportation Orders
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