Browsing by Subject "Criminal justice system"
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Abusing the accused? Unpacking the use of entrapment in Uganda’s fight against corruption
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)In Uganda, an accused person enjoys a right to a fair trial. It is a requirement that the circumstances surrounding the collection and admission of evidence do not violate this right. This article argues that the use of ... -
Cellphone technology, human rights and the criminal justice system
(The Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation, 2010)Millions use cellphones every day. It is unthinkable for anyone to not have one in his/her possession. We can be reached almost everywhere and at almost every destination. It is small, compact and extremely user friendly. ... -
Court support workers speak out: Upholding children's rights in the criminal justice system
(Institute for Security Studies (ISS), 2014)The prevalence of sexual offences against children in South Africa continues to be among the highest in the world. The quality and accuracy of a child's testimony is often pivotal to whether cases are prosecuted, and whether ... -
"Just say sorry" Ubuntu and the Child Justice Act
(PER (Potchefstroom Electronic Law Journal), 2011)In the midst of concerns about serious offences committed by young people, the Child Justice Act is the first formal legislative step to introduce restorative justice in South Africa, and promotes reconciliation and problem ... -
A missing link in the Traditional Courts Bill 2017 evidence obtained through human rights violations
(ISS & the University of Cape Town, 2018)The issue of admission of evidence obtained through human rights violations is central to a criminal justice system as a mechanism through which to prevent overzealous prosecution by the state and ensure protection of ... -
Punishment and deterrence: don’t expect prisons to reduce crime
(SA Crime Quarterly, 2008)The belief is thoroughly entrenched that prisons fulfil the triple function of punishing offenders, making society safer by removing dangerous individuals, and deterring potential offenders from committing crime. The fact ... -
Specialised anti-corruption courts: A means of promoting sustainable transformation in Africa?
(University of Western Cape, 2019)Corruption is inimical to Africa’s quest for socio-economic transformation. Available empirical evidence highlights a sustained increase of corruption globally, with an equal emphasis on interdisciplinary interventions. ...