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Criminal Law [2008] ZAECHC 35

S v Burger (CA&R320/06)

S v Burger (CA&R320/06) [2008] ZAECHC 35 (7 May 2008)

Court
High Courts - Eastern Cape
Case number
CA&R320/06
Judges
C. Plasket, J.C Froneman

The High Court altered a sentence for assault with intent to commit grievous bodily harm, finding the magistrate over-emphasised seriousness and underweighted mitigation.

  • Assault With Intent To Commit Grievous Bodily Harm
  • Sentencing Principles
  • Mitigating Factors
  • Self Defence Exceeded
  • Criminal-law
  • Sentencing
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