Oteka v Uganda
Oteka v Uganda (Criminal Appeal No. 178 of 2021) [2023] UGCA 6 (13 January 2023)
The Court of Appeal upheld the convictions for embezzlement, theft, and stealing a vehicle, finding that the appellant was an employee of FOG at the relevant times and that the evidence supported the findings of the lower courts. The court determined that the appellant misappropriated funds and property intended for FOG activities, and rejected the defence arguments regarding employment status, use of funds, and ownership of the tractor. On sentencing, the court found that the first appellate judge failed to deduct the remand period as required by Article 23(8) of the Constitution and the Rwa…
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- Embezzlement
- Theft
- Stealing A Vehicle
- Sentencing Guidelines
- Compensation Orders
- Burden Of Proof