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What is the main purpose of this study guide?
What is the main purpose of this study guide?
To prepare applicants for the Aspirant Prosecutor Programme entry examination.
What are the three main facets of law linked in the study guide?
What are the three main facets of law linked in the study guide?
Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Law of Evidence
The conduct that forms the basis of a charge must be recognized as a crime by law.
The conduct that forms the basis of a charge must be recognized as a crime by law.
True
The triad consisting of Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Law of _____ is crucial for presenting evidence in court.
The triad consisting of Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Law of _____ is crucial for presenting evidence in court.
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Which of the following is NOT one of the listed basic principles of criminal law?
Which of the following is NOT one of the listed basic principles of criminal law?
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Study Notes
Aspirant Prosecutor Programme Overview
- Designed to prepare applicants for the entry examination in the Prosecutor Programme.
- The guide is not for academic reference and is proprietary to the National Prosecuting Authority.
Acknowledgements
- Contributors include officials from various offices of the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) from South Gauteng and North Gauteng.
- Key contributors have expertise in skills development and regional prosecutorial functions.
Sources Utilized
- Comprehensive references include commentaries on legal acts, principles of evidence, and specific criminal laws.
- Key texts are updated editions from established legal authors and institutions like LexisNexis, ensuring current legal standards and practices.
Content Structure
- Organized into four parts covering essential legal principles:
- Basic Principles of Criminal Law
- The Law of Evidence and its modern technological impacts
- The Criminal Procedure Act
- Sentencing practices and guidelines
Introduction to Criminal Law
- The study guide emphasizes the foundation needed for presenting criminal cases effectively.
- Focuses on three interlinked legal areas: Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Law of Evidence.
- Understanding these areas is critical for successful case presentation in court.
Requirements for Legality
- Determines criminal liability by assessing whether the conduct is legally recognized as a crime.
- Highlights that morally wrong actions may not be legally wrong; legal definitions must be clear and not broadly interpreted.
- Emphasizes that criminal acts must be explicitly defined in law prior to their occurrence.
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Prepare for the entry examination of the Aspirant Prosecutor Programme with this comprehensive study guide. This resource is specifically designed to help applicants familiarize themselves with the key concepts and requirements needed to pass the exam. Ideal for those aspiring to join the National Prosecuting Authority.
