THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN AFRICA

A. M. E. C. E. A P.O. Box 62157

00200 Nairobi - KENYA

MAIN EXAMINATION Telephone: 891601-6

Ext 1022/23/25
JANUARY – APRIL 2022
Fax: 254-20-891084
FACULTY OF LAW

REGULAR PROGRAMME

DCLS 068: CRIMINAL PROCEDURE

Date: APRIL 2022 Duration: 2 Hours

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer Question ONE and any Other TWO Questions

Q1. Discus the constitutional protections in a criminal trial as provided for in article
49 and 50 of the Kenyan Constitution. (30 marks)

Q2. (A) Explain the different layers or structures of Criminal Courts. (10 marks)

(B) Discuss the role of the prosecutor as stipulated in Article 157 of the
Kenyan Constitution (10 marks)

Q3. Discus the following:-

a) Charge sheet (5 marks)
b) Plea taking (5 marks)
c) Bail (5 marks)
d) Arrest (5 marks)

Q4. Explain:-
a. Interrogations (5 marks)
b. Nolle prosequi (5 marks)
c. Judgement (5 marks)
d. Mitigation (5 marks)

Q5. Describe the following:-

i. Probation (5 marks)
ii. Compensation (5 marks)
iii. Appeals (5 marks)
iv. Prerogative of mercy (5 marks)

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