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What Is Criminality? Understanding Crime and Legal Implications
Criminality, in plain legal terms, refers to conduct that the State of South Africa prohibits and punishes under its criminal law. When a person commits ...
What is Criminal Law in South Africa
Criminal law in South Africa is the body of law that defines conduct the State considers harmful enough to punish. It sets out what counts ...
Types of Criminal Lawyers in South Africa
The main types of criminal lawyers in South Africa are criminal defence attorneys, advocates (including Senior Counsel), Legal Aid lawyers, and State prosecutors. Which one ...
Criminal Lawyer Requirements
To practise as a criminal lawyer in South Africa, a person must hold an LLB law degree, complete a period of practical training as a ...
How Much Does a Criminal Lawyer Cost in South Africa
Facing arrest or a criminal charge is one of the most stressful experiences anyone can go through, and the first question most clients ask is ...
Gender-Based Violence Bills in South Africa Explained
Gender-based violence has been described by the South African President as a second pandemic facing the country, and the legislative response to it has been ...
Understanding the Impact of Sexual Assault
Sexual assault is a serious crime under South African law, and its impact on a survivor can be profound and long lasting. Beyond the immediate ...
Debt Collection Profile Process for Organisations in Johannesburg
Unpaid invoices are one of the most common cash-flow problems facing organisations in Johannesburg. When a debtor will not pay voluntarily, the lawful route to ...
What Is Power of Attorney (POA) in South Africa?
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal authorisation by which one person, called the principal, gives another person, called the agent or attorney, the ...