Uganda v Maurina Butia (Criminal Session Case No. 109 91)
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Holding
The Director of Public Prosecutions filed a Nolle Prosequi discontinuing criminal proceedings against the accused, who had been indicted for murder. The effect of the Nolle Prosequi was to discontinue the proceedings. The accused was discharged.
Outcome
Accused discharged following entry of Nolle Prosequi by the Director of Public Prosecutions
Facts
The accused was indicted for murder and committed to the High Court for trial. The hearing failed to proceed on several occasions due to the absence of witnesses. On 26 March 1993, the Director of Public Prosecutions signed a written Nolle Prosequi discontinuing the criminal proceedings against the accused.
Orders
- Proceedings against the accused discontinued.
- Accused discharged.
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