Uganda v Balyejusa Bruhan Kalyango alias Masiga (HCT-00-CM-0014-2025)
Uganda v Balyejusa Bruhan Kalyango alias Masiga (HCT-00-CM-0014-2025) [2025] UGHCICD 8 (14 July 2025)
The respondent, having been properly notified of his trial date and bail conditions, deliberately absconded and could not be located despite reasonable efforts by the authorities. His conduct constitutes a voluntary waiver of his right to be present at trial. The High Court, vested with jurisdiction under Article 28(5) of the Constitution and Section 37 of the Judicature Act, is empowered to order that criminal proceedings continue in the respondent's absence to avoid frustration of justice, multiplicity of proceedings, and prejudice to victims, witnesses, and co-accused. The right to a fair…
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- Trial In Absentia
- Bail Abscondment
- Right To Fair Hearing
- Joinder And Severance
- Public Interest In Criminal Justice