Criminal law is the body of or the entire law that relates to crime. It proscribes conduct perceived as threatening, harmful, or otherwise endangering to the property, health, safety, and moral welfare of people inclusive of one’s self.
Most criminal law is established by statute, which is to say that the laws are enacted by a legislature. Criminal law includes the punishment and rehabilitation of people who violate such laws.
Criminal law varies according to jurisdiction and differs from civil law, where the emphasis is more on dispute resolution and victim compensation, rather than on punishment or rehabilitation.
Criminal procedure is a formalized official activity that authenticates the fact of commission of a crime and authorizes the punitive or rehabilitative treatment of the offender.
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by Development Team · Published February 20, 2023
Deep sea fishing is a popular activity for many visitors to South Africa’s coastal regions. Whether it’s for recreational or commercial purposes, a valid fishing license is necessary to engage in this activity. However, obtaining a fishing license can be...
Statutory rape is a serious issue in South Africa that can have a significant impact on victims’ physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. When an individual engages in sexual activity with a minor who is below the legal age of consent,...
In South Africa, statutory rape is defined as sexual intercourse with a person who is under the age of 16, even if the individual consents to the sexual activity. Statutory rape is a serious crime that can have lifelong consequences...
South Africa has one of the highest rates of sexual violence in the world, and one of the ways in which this violence manifests is through statutory rape. While the country’s statutory rape laws are intended to protect minors, they...
Statutory rape is a serious crime in South Africa, which is defined as sexual intercourse with a person under the age of 16 or a person who is mentally disabled and unable to give informed consent. If someone is convicted...
Statutory rape is a serious crime that occurs when an adult engages in sexual activity with a minor who is below the age of consent. In South Africa, where cases of gender-based violence are alarmingly high, it’s important for victims...
Statutory rape is a serious crime in South Africa, and it is important for victims or those who witness such crimes to report them immediately. However, the process of reporting and pursuing justice can be overwhelming, especially for those who...
Statutory rape is a form of sexual abuse that can have devastating effects on children. It occurs when an adult engages in sexual activity with a minor who is below the age of consent, even if the minor appears to...
Statutory rape is a serious problem in South Africa, where the age of consent is 16 years old. Sexual activity with a minor under the age of 16 is considered statutory rape, and it is a crime that can have...
Statutory rape is a serious crime in South Africa, punishable by imprisonment and fines. The country’s legal system has worked to ensure that those who engage in sexual activity with minors are held accountable for their actions. Statutory Rape Law...
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by Development Team · Published June 23, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
If there’s one truth in life, it’s this – Taxes are never simple. Many people around the world spend countless hours of their time trying to figure out how much money they have to pay to the government, while others simply...
by Development Team · Published May 16, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
Whenever we think of animal protection organisations, one group always comes to mind – The SPCA. In countries around the world, this group has become a byword for animal rights and ethical treatment. You would think then, that the question –...
by Development Team · Published May 10, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
One thing becomes clear when you pay attention to court cases throughout the country – Oftentimes, the same crime receives a different sentence. At first glance, this seems like a flagrant disregard for equality and judicial integrity, but as you...
Business Law / Criminal Law / Health Law / Property Law
by Development Team · Published May 9, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
As a rule of thumb, law-breaking is the sort of thing that happens out of sight when nobody’s looking. Yes, you may end up feeling the effects of corruption or fraud, but you’re unlikely to ever see them taking place...
by Development Team · Published April 11, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
A big part of adult life involves making payments. Lots and lots of payments. Whether it’s loans, subscriptions, or premiums, we often have to make many unavoidable instalments each month. This process seems simple at first but, as you incur...
Business Law / Criminal Law / Health Law
by Development Team · Published April 7, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
Medical parole is one of the more contentious issues found within the judicial system today. Opinions are often divided over how we, as a society, should treat criminals who are suffering from severe medical issues. In cases involving terminal illnesses,...
Business Law / Criminal Law / Family Law / Health Law
by Development Team · Published November 10, 2021 · Last modified August 16, 2022
When we talk about work, many of us picture a modern office block filled with desks, computers and fluorescent lights. Generally speaking, this isn’t the most dangerous environment on Earth and workplace injuries aren’t usually amongst our foremost thoughts. Others,...
Business Law / Criminal Law / Family Law / Health Law
by Development Team · Published November 4, 2021 · Last modified August 16, 2022
As the name would suggest, personal information is not something we generally want strangers to have access to. Just imagine the kind of stress it would cause to have shadowy figures learning about your address or details about your family....
by Development Team · Published November 4, 2021 · Last modified August 16, 2022
Nobody likes paying their taxes and anyone who says that they do is lying. Sadly, it is a necessary part of life and something that most people have to put up with regardless of how much they hate it. Sadder...
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