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Jantjies v S (A299/23) [2024] ZAGPPHC 1349 (6 December 2024)
The High Court dismissed an appeal against conviction for murder, holding that the appellant’s statements were admissions and that the evidence proved guilt.
Morathane and Another v S (A327/2017) [2020] ZAGPPHC 241 (14 May 2020)
High Court appeal in a robbery and firearms matter. The court upheld the 1st appellant’s convictions, partly upheld the 2nd appellant’s appeal, and confirmed adjusted sentences.
Mgidi v S (A65/2018) [2018] ZAGPJHC 647 (6 December 2018)
Appeal against conviction and sentence for arson and attempted murder dismissed. The court upheld the admissions, circumstantial evidence, and 12-year sentence.
S v Gordon (171298) [2018] ZAWCHC 106 (29 August 2018)
The High Court found that the proceedings in the Magistrates' Court were not in accordance with justice. The Magistrate failed to keep a proper record, did not provide reasons for judgment, and did not adequately explain the accused's rights, particularly regarding admissions and cross-examination. The accused, being unrepresented, was not properly assisted, and his constitutional rights were not protected. The absence of a mechanical recording and the use of Afrikaans as the language of record, contrary to judicial directives, further compromised the fairness of the trial. The cumulative eff…
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