S v Halgryn (409/2001)
S v Halgryn (409/2001) [2002] ZASCA 59; [2002] 4 All SA 157 (SCA); 2002 (2) SACR 211 (SCA) (30 May 2002)
The Supreme Court of Appeal found that the appellant was afforded a fair opportunity to instruct his assigned counsel, Mr H, prior to the commencement of the trial. The record demonstrated that Mr H consulted with the appellant, obtained instructions, and conducted the defence in accordance with those instructions. The refusal to postpone the trial did not deprive the appellant of his right to legal representation, as he was unable to secure private counsel and was provided with legal aid. The right to choose counsel is not absolute and does not entitle an indigent accused to counsel of choic…
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- Right To Fair Trial
- Legal Representation
- Adequate Preparation
- Competent Defence
- Special Entry
- Self Defence