Uganda v Okello Anthony
Uganda v Okello Anthony (Criminal Case 60 of 2019) [2022] UGHC 118 (16 November 2022)
The accused, Okello Anthony, was found to be of unsound mind and unable to take plea, as confirmed by medical evidence. He has been on remand for over eight years, which is excessive and unjust for someone requiring urgent medical attention. Although the law prescribes that the court should await a ministerial order after a special finding of not guilty by reason of insanity, precedent and the inherent powers of the High Court allow the court to act to prevent injustice and abuse of process. Given the ministerial delays in similar cases and the need to protect the accused's rights, the court…
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- Insanity Defence
- Remand Duration
- Ministerial Orders
- Mental Health Commitment