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How Long Can a Tenant Stay Without Paying Rent in South Africa? | Legal Guide
A tenant who stops paying rent may legally stay in the property until a court grants an eviction order and it is executed, no matter ...
Assault GBH: 1st Offence in South Africa | Your Legal Guide and Defence
Assault with intent to inflict grievous bodily harm, usually called assault GBH, is the more serious form of assault in South African law. For a ...
Disciplinary Hearing Questions and Answers | SA Preparation Guide
A disciplinary hearing is the formal meeting at which your employer investigates and decides whether you committed misconduct and what penalty to impose. You have ...
What Are the Legal Implications of Drinking and Driving in South Africa?
Driving with a blood alcohol concentration over 0.05 grams per 100 millilitres is a criminal offence in South Africa, punishable by a fine or imprisonment ...
Letter of Authority for a Deceased Estate in South Africa | Requirements, Documents & How to Get One
A letter of authority is the document issued by the Master of the High Court that authorises a person to administer a small deceased estate, ...
Schedule 1 Offences in South Africa | Complete List Explained
Schedule 1 of the Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977 lists the offences for which a police officer may arrest a suspect without a warrant, ...
How Much Does It Cost to Register a Trust in South Africa?
Registering a trust in South Africa typically costs between R3,500 and R15,000 in professional fees, plus a nominal Master’s Office registration fee that has historically ...
Elements of a Crime in South Africa | The 4 Elements Explained
South African criminal law recognises four elements of a crime: conduct, unlawfulness, criminal capacity, and fault (mens rea). The State must prove every element beyond ...
How to Open a Case at CCMA Online
You open a case at the CCMA online through the Commission’s own case referral platform on ccma.org.za: register a profile, complete the LRA Form 7.11 ...