P.G. Jamis vs. The Attorney-General – CA NO.318/2006-2014

Brief
The case between P.G. Jamis (Accused-Appellant) and The Attorney-General (Respondent) addressed the issue of the conviction of the accused-appellant for raping his underage daughter. The court held that the conviction should be upheld, while the default sentences for non-payment of the fine and compensation were adjusted, reaffirming the principle that sentences must be proportionate and legal. This decision relied on relevant statutes and precedents, emphasizing that while the main sentence was appropriate, the default sentences were excessive or illegal and required adjustment.

Sisira J. de Abrew J. — It was determined that the accused-appellant, convicted of raping his daughter, was sentenced to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment, a fine of Rs. 25,000 with a default sentence