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R. v. Jama s/o Esmaeli, Dist. Ct. Crim. Case 156-Arusha-67, 25/8/67, Inspection Note by Platt J.



R. v. Jama s/o Esmaeli, Dist. Ct. Crim. Case 156-Arusha-67, 25/8/67, Inspection Note by Platt J.

Accused was found guilty of being in possession of four leopard skins [Fauna Conservation Ordinance, Cap. 302, ss. 49 (1), 52], and fined Shs. 500/- or three months imprisonment in default. There was no evidence as to the condition of the skins.

            Noted: If the skins were in good condition, the fine was quite inadequate, In cases concerning valuable government trophies, it is proper to introduce evidence as to their condition and their value, for this provides the magistrate with essential information on which to base the sentence. In the absence of such information, the sentence was not modified.

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