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R. v. Calboake Camarasingha, Crim, Rev. 46-D-67; 19/5/67; Saidi, J.



R. v. Calboake Camarasingha, Crim, Rev. 46-D-67; 19/5/67; Saidi, J.

Accused was convicted of stealing by a person employed in the public service. (P. C. ss. 270,265). The amount stolen was Shs. 2000/- The trial court placed him on probation for two years upon the condition that he repay the money and surrender his passport.

            Held: The minimum sentence of two years imprisonment was mandatory. Since the amount involved exceeded Shs. 100/- special circumstances could not be entertained.

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