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What are the two foundational principles of jurisdiction discussed in the text?
What are the two foundational principles of jurisdiction discussed in the text?
- Territoriality and fairness
- Effectiveness and territoriality (correct)
- Territoriality and originality
- Effectiveness and fairness
How are lower and superior courts distinguished in terms of jurisdiction?
How are lower and superior courts distinguished in terms of jurisdiction?
- By the severity of sentences they can impose
- By the number of judges they have
- By geographical area only
- By the type of offence they can adjudicate on (correct)
What determines a court's jurisdiction according to the common-law doctrine of effectiveness?
What determines a court's jurisdiction according to the common-law doctrine of effectiveness?
- The age of the accused
- The number of judges in the court
- Severity of the crime committed
- Whether the crime occurred within its geographical area (correct)
Which court enjoys original jurisdiction over all criminal offences?
Which court enjoys original jurisdiction over all criminal offences?
What types of courts may adjudicate only on criminal offences specified in the Magistrates’ Courts Act?
What types of courts may adjudicate only on criminal offences specified in the Magistrates’ Courts Act?
In which type of court would the severity of an offence play a significant role in determining jurisdiction?
In which type of court would the severity of an offence play a significant role in determining jurisdiction?
What is the maximum sentence a regional court can impose?
What is the maximum sentence a regional court can impose?
Which court has jurisdiction over all offences except rape, murder, and treason?
Which court has jurisdiction over all offences except rape, murder, and treason?
Who enjoys appeal and review jurisdiction over lower courts according to the Superior Courts Act?
Who enjoys appeal and review jurisdiction over lower courts according to the Superior Courts Act?
In what situations may a South African court assume jurisdiction even if only some elements of an offence have occurred within its boundaries?
In what situations may a South African court assume jurisdiction even if only some elements of an offence have occurred within its boundaries?
What is the sentencing limitation for a District Court?
What is the sentencing limitation for a District Court?
What type of offences fall within the jurisdiction of a South African court even if committed in a foreign country?
What type of offences fall within the jurisdiction of a South African court even if committed in a foreign country?
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