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Criminal Law [2025] ZAFSHC 46

Sakman v S (A154/24)

Sakman v S (A154/24) [2025] ZAFSHC 46 (18 February 2025)

Court
Free State High Court, Bloemfontein
Case number
A154/24
Judges
Reinders, Daniso

The High Court upheld an appeal against a rape conviction and life sentence, finding material contradictions in the complainant’s evidence and no proof beyond reasonable doubt.

  • Rape
  • Single Witness Cautionary Rule
  • Consensual Sex Defence
  • Credibility Of Witnesses
  • Minimum Sentencing
  • Appeal Principles
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