12 Questions
What is the main function of the Supreme Court of Appeal?
Adjudicating over contempt in facie curiae
Which court has original jurisdiction over criminal offenses within its specific territorial area?
High Court
How does the High Court's jurisdiction over criminal offenses relate to the Constitution?
It is derived from the Constitution and relevant legislation
In what situation can the Supreme Court of Appeal adjudicate over contempt in facie curiae?
When acting as a court a quo
What determines the jurisdiction of a division of the High Court regarding triable offenses?
Constitution and relevant legislation
What happens if a division of the High Court lacks the required statutory jurisdiction over a case?
It must transfer the case to another division with proper jurisdiction
In which situation can a High Court assume jurisdiction even if the accused pleads to a charge?
When the accused pleads to the charge without contesting the jurisdiction of the court.
Under what circumstances could a division extend its jurisdiction to a person residing outside its area?
If the person is joined to a cause over which the division already has jurisdiction.
How can a particular Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) gain jurisdiction over an offence committed within another DPP's jurisdiction?
By a direction issued in terms of section 22(3) of the National Prosecuting Authority Act.
What is the significance of section 111 of the Criminal Procedure Act in relation to the jurisdiction of Directors of Public Prosecutions (DPPs)?
It allows for the sharing of jurisdiction among DPPs.
Which divisions share concurrent jurisdiction over criminal offences with local divisions, according to the text provided?
Gauteng Division, Pretoria and KwaZulu-Natal Division, Durban.
What type of jurisdiction does each Division possess over magistrate districts and regional courts within its geographical area?
Supervisory appellate and review jurisdiction.
Learn about the offence jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of Appeal, including its function to hear appeals and reviews, and adjudicate over contempt in facie curiae. Understand how the SCA may confirm, amend, or set aside convictions or sentences imposed by a lower court.
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