Republic v Mote [2003] KIHC 41; Criminal Case 13 of 2003 (3 April 2003)

IN THE HIGH COURT OF KIRIBATI
CRIMINAL JURISDICTION
HELD AT BETIO
REPUBLIC OF KIRIBATI

Criminal Case No. 13 of 2003

THE REPUBLIC

vs

MEREKI MOTE

For the Republic: Mr David Lambourne, Solicitor General
For the Accused: Ms Jacqueline Huston

Date of Hearing: 3 April 2003

ORDER

It is ordered that the prisoner be released immediately and unconditionally. The sentence of six months' imprisonment for damage to property is quashed.

Dated the 3rd day of April 2003

THE HON ROBIN MILLHOUSE QC
CHIEF JUSTICE