Uganda v Namsamba
Uganda v Namsamba (Criminal Sessions Case No. 0152 of 2015) [2018] UGHCCRD 35 (8 February 2018)
The prosecution failed to prove beyond reasonable doubt that the accused caused the death of the deceased by an unlawful act, as causation was not established with moral certainty and medical evidence was lacking. Consequently, the accused was acquitted of murder. However, the facts proved during trial established all essential ingredients of the offence of torture under section 4(1) of The Prevention And Prohibition of Torture Act, 2012. The accused intentionally participated in inflicting severe pain and suffering on the deceased, a child, by providing sticks used for corporal punishment an…
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- Murder Charge
- Torture Offence
- Accessory Liability
- Sentencing Guidelines
- Child Protection
- Remand Credit