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Mubone Sam v Uganda (HCT 05-CR-MA-36-2002)

High Court · [2002] UGHC 81 · 2002 Application Dismissed AI-generated summary ↓ Download Pin to watchlist Add to matter
Jurisdiction
Uganda
Case Type
Application for bail in criminal proceedings
Decision
Applicant remanded in custody

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Holding

The High Court refused bail to the applicant on grounds that the sureties presented were not substantial, important information regarding the stage of investigations and charges was not disclosed, and an affidavit in support was sworn by a person whose relevance was unclear under the Trial on Indictments Act 1998.

Outcome

Applicant remanded in custody

Facts

The applicant Mubone Sam applied for bail in criminal proceedings. Three sureties were presented: the first was described as a businessman of uncertain business, the second a casual labourer, and the third employed in an enterprise of uncertain magnitude. Dr. Baguma of Nyakibale Hospital swore an affidavit in support of the application. The court was not informed of the stage reached in investigations, the specific charges against the accused, or the amount of money involved.

Issues

  1. Whether the applicant should be granted bail

Orders

  • Application for bail refused

Rules and key headnotes

Bail Applications — Suitability of Sureties — Substantiality Requirement
When determining a bail application, the court must be satisfied that the sureties presented are substantial. Sureties whose employment or business is of uncertain magnitude will not be considered substantial for purposes of granting bail.
Bail Applications — Information Required by Court — Charges and Investigation Stage
In determining a bail application, the court must be informed of important factors including the stage reached in investigations, the charges against the accused person, and the amount of money involved in the charge or charges. Failure to disclose such information may result in refusal of bail.
Bail Applications — Affidavits in Support — Relevance of Deponents under Trial on Indictments Act
An affidavit in support of a bail application must be sworn by a person whose relevance is clear under the requirements of the Trial on Indictments Act. Where the relevance of a deponent is unclear, the court may decline to consider such affidavit.

Legislation cited (1)

  • Trial on Indictments Act 9 of 1998

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Mubone Sam v Uganda (HCT 05-CR-MA-36-2002) [2002] UGHC 81 (13 August 2002)
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