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R. v. Doti Bakari, Crim. Rev. 58-D-67, 25/5/67, Duff, J.
Accused was convicted of recklessly and negligently setting fire to complainant’s crops, for which a three month sentence was imposed. In addition, accused was ordered to pay Shs. 3200/- to complainant by way of compensation for the damage he had caused.
Held (1) Section 176 (1) of the Criminal Procedure Code limits the amount of compensation that may be awarded in cases not arising under the Minimum Sentences Act to Shs. 2000/- (2) It is open to complainant to institute civil proceedings if he deems Shs. 2,000/- to be insufficient to cover his losses.
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