There are several proposals on the table for changes to the Criminal Procedure Act as part of a review of the criminal justice system. Proposals include limiting the use of deadly force, non-trial ...

Deputy Director-General for Court Administration at DOJ&CD, Lucky Mohalaba, emphasized the outdated nature of the CPA, ...

MBOMBELA - The South African Law Reform Commission has proposed several changes to the Criminal Procedure Act. The review of the Criminal Procedure Act seeks to address systemic challenges ...

“We must transform our criminal justice system, including the Criminal Procedure Act, to be more effective, efficient, integrated, victim-cantered and in keeping with the Constitution.

JOHANNESBURG - A section of the Criminal Procedure Act, which speaks to when police are allowed to use deadly force, is once again under review. Last week, the South African Law Reform Commission ...

JOHANNESBURG -The Criminal Procedure Act is currently under review, and proposals are being made to strengthen certain aspects of the act to ensure a more effective and victim-orientated criminal ...

The result would be a justice system that's more responsive, accessible and fair to all citizens. IRS Forensic Investigations, Chad Thomas spoke to eNCA on this topic.

This can be converted to a R6,000 fine or suspended for five years. Under section 15(2) of the Criminal Procedure Act, the courts have the discretion to order the state to pay costs incurred in ...