Mvoko and Another v Minister of Correctional Services and Others (2874/11, 2875/11)
Mvoko and Another v Minister of Correctional Services and Others (2874/11, 2875/11) [2011] ZAECMHC 24; 2012 (1) SACR 472 (ECM) (2 December 2011)
The court held that the applicants were classified as high-risk inmates with a history of escape and serious pending charges, justifying the use of mechanical restraints and prison clothing during their testimony. The Correctional Services Act provides for reasonable limitations on prisoners' rights in the interests of security and safety. The belly chain restraint was found to be less restrictive than traditional handcuffs and did not unduly prejudice the applicants' ability to testify or their dignity. The clothing was necessary for identification and security, and its use did not create un…
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- Mechanical Restraints
- Prisoner Rights
- Review Of Administrative Action
- Fair Trial Rights
- Security Classification