Sono v S (A124/2020)
Sono v S (A124/2020) [2020] ZAGPPHC 288 (26 June 2020)
The court found that the appellant failed to demonstrate exceptional circumstances justifying release on bail. The evidence indicated a strong case against him, with prior convictions and pending cases of a similar nature. The appellant did not address the allegations or pending matters in detail, and there were credible reports of threats and intimidation directed at the investigating officer and her commander. These factors, considered together, led the court to conclude that bail should be refused in the interests of justice.
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- Bail Application
- Exceptional Circumstances
- Criminal Procedure Act Section 60
- Pending Cases
- Intimidation Of Witnesses