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14 Jul 2025

Criminal Law [2025] UGHCICD 8

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)

Court: HC: International Crimes Division (Uganda)
Case number: HCT-00-CM-0014-2025
Judge: Okalany, J, Wagona, J, Komuhangi, J, Boniface Wamala, J

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

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10 Jul 2025

Criminal Law [2025] UGHCICD 9

Uganda v Baijusa Bruhan Kalyango alias Masiga (HCT-00-ICD-SC-0003-2018)

Uganda v Baijusa Bruhan Kalyango alias Masiga (HCT-00-ICD-SC-0003-2018) [2025] UGHCICD 9 (10 July 2025)

Court: HC: International Crimes Division (Uganda)
Case number: HCT-00-ICD-SC-0003-2018
Judge: Nabisinde, J, Okalany, J, Wabwire, J, Bashaija, J

The Respondent, having been granted bail and adequately notified of his trial obligations, deliberately absconded and failed to appear in court despite repeated summonses and public notices. His conduct constitutes a voluntary waiver of his right to be present at trial. The court, guided by constitutional and statutory provisions, as well as persuasive case law, finds that the interests of justice, public policy, and the rights of co-accused and victims outweigh the Respondent's absence. The trial may lawfully proceed in his absence, as discontinuing the case would undermine public confidence…