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A plea and sentence agreement can bring a commercial crime prosecution to a controlled end, with a sentence both sides have agreed in advance. It is also a procedure with strict requirements, and one that is difficult to undo once the process has begun.
A restraint order can place a person's assets beyond their control long before any conviction, and often before they have been given an opportunity to be heard. Understanding how Chapter 5 of the Prevention of Organised Crime Act works is what makes an effective response possible.
Most taxpayers experience SARS as an administrative body issuing assessments and penalties. A tax matter can, however, cross into the criminal sphere, and since January 2022 it can do so without any finding that the taxpayer acted deliberately.
A comprehensive analysis of section 21 of the Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977 and the requirements for the lawful execution of search warrants in South Africa.
An in-depth look at the urgent need for an overhaul of outdated legislation that governs the National Prosecuting Authority, and the implications for fair and effective criminal justice in South Africa.
The South African Revenue Service ("SARS") administers all tax legislation and is empowered to conduct inquiries into the tax affairs of taxpayers. Legal representation at these inquiries is not merely advisable but essential to protecting your rights.
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