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Criminal Law [2024] ZAECMKHC 94

Dyifili v S (CA&R131/2024)

Dyifili v S (CA&R131/2024) [2024] ZAECMKHC 94 (22 August 2024)

Court
Eastern Cape High Court, Makhanda
Case number
CA&R131/2024
Judges
Govindjee, Lowe

The High Court dismissed an appeal against rape conviction and life sentence, holding that the complainant’s evidence was credible despite her youth and cognitive impairment.

  • Rape Of Minor
  • Single Witness Caution
  • Mental Impairment Of Complainant
  • Minimum Sentencing
  • Credibility Assessment
  • Rape-of-minor
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