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S v White (A441/2009) [2012] ZAWCHC 108 (12 February 2012)
The High Court dismissed an appeal against a two-year sentence for possession of 16 290 crayfish tails, finding no misdirection or irregularity.
White v S (A441 /2009) [2010] ZAWCHC 361 (12 February 2010)
The court found that the magistrate had properly considered both the appellant's personal circumstances and the seriousness of the offence. The appellant was found in possession of a large quantity of crayfish tails with significant economic value, and played a key role in the distribution network. The magistrate's reasoning was supported by relevant case law, and no irregularity or misdirection was identified. The interests of the community and the need to protect marine resources justified the imposition of the maximum sentence. The appeal against sentence was therefore dismissed and the se…
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White v S (A441/2009) [2010] ZAWCHC 504 (12 February 2010)
The High Court dismissed an appeal against a two-year sentence for possessing 16 290 crayfish tails, finding no misdirection or irregularity in sentencing.
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