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Criminal Law [2006] ZAGPHC 18

S v Mhlanga (A221/06)

S v Mhlanga (A221/06) [2006] ZAGPHC 18 (27 February 2006)

Court
High Courts - Gauteng
Case number
A221/06
Judges
Bertelsmann, C P Rabie

Review of a theft sentence confirmed, but the High Court criticised the magistrate for imposing an unaffordable fine without proper enquiry or informing the accused of instalment and deferment options.

  • Sentencing Procedure
  • Imprisonment Vs Fine
  • Magistrates Duties
  • First Offender
  • Overcrowding
  • Fair Trial Rights
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