Uganda v Terensio Ovon Avochi (Criminal Session Case No. 153 92)
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Holding
The accused was indicted for rape and committed for trial but died while on remand. The Director of Public Prosecutions filed a nolle prosequi dated 26 March 1993 discontinuing the proceedings. The court discharged the deceased accused posthumously.
Outcome
Deceased accused discharged posthumously following nolle prosequi
Facts
The accused Terensio Ovon Avochi was indicted for rape and committed on remand for trial in the High Court. While on remand awaiting trial, the accused died. A written nolle prosequi signed by the Director of Public Prosecutions Alfred P.W. Nasaba was received by the court on 26 March 1993, discontinuing the criminal proceedings against the accused.
Orders
- Criminal proceedings against the deceased accused discontinued.
- Deceased accused discharged posthumously.
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