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Constitutional Law [2024] UGHCICD 11

Nakamatte v Uganda

Nakamatte v Uganda (Miscellaneous Application 22 of 2024) [2024] UGHCICD 11 (5 November 2024)

Court
HC: International Crimes Division (Uganda)
Case number
Miscellaneous Application 22 of 2024
Judge
Komuhangi, J

The court found that the Applicant was detained for more than 48 hours before being produced in court, in violation of Article 23(4) of the Constitution, and that no explanation was provided for this delay. However, the Applicant failed to substantiate her allegations of torture, cruel, inhuman, and degrading treatment with credible evidence, such as medical reports or corroborative testimony. The court accepted the Respondent's evidence that any injuries were minor and resulted from resistance during arrest, not torture. The court also determined that the proper party to be sued in such matt…

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  • Illegal Detention
  • Torture And Inhuman Treatment
  • Pre Trial Rights
  • Burden Of Proof
  • Remedies For Rights Violations
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Criminal Law [2024] UGHCICD 13

Sserwadda v Uganda & Another

Sserwadda v Uganda & Another (Miscellaneous Application 16 of 2024) [2024] UGHCICD 13 (23 September 2024)

Court
HC: International Crimes Division (Uganda)
Case number
Miscellaneous Application 16 of 2024
Judge
Komuhangi, J

The court found that the Applicant failed to provide credible evidence to substantiate his claims of torture, denial of access to legal or medical assistance, or violation of his right to a fair, speedy, and public hearing. The Applicant's allegations were unsupported by medical or documentary evidence, and the Respondents' affidavits and records contradicted his claims. The court emphasized that the burden of proof rests on the Applicant, and mere allegations without corroboration are insufficient. The court also noted that delays in the main criminal trial were attributable to the accused p…

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  • Torture And Inhuman Treatment
  • Right To Personal Liberty
  • Fair Hearing
  • Remedies For Rights Violations
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