Author Archives: Simon Dippenaar
Diamond dealer Liebenberg’s wife denied bail
Reprinted from SABC News, by Phumzile Mlangeni – 2024-11-21 Diamond dealer Louis Liebenberg‘s wife Desiree has been denied bail by the Bronkhorstspruit Magistrate’s Court in Pretoria. The case relates to an alleged investment scam in which investors were allegedly swindled … Continue reading
Understanding refusal of bail
The case of Mabizela Nkosisikhona Do you understand how bail works in South Africa? If you or someone you know is arrested, it’s important to understand this. Bail is a sum of money paid to the court when someone is … Continue reading
Arrested and accused of a crime? What are your rights?
Our Constitution ensures criminal proceedings are fair and unprejudiced You’ve made a mistake. Now you’re in trouble. What happens following arrest? What are the rights of the accused in South African law? And how do you ensure your rights are … Continue reading
Arrested? Not South African?
A guide for expats arrested in South Africa Arrest is one of the scariest things that can happen to anyone. If you are not a South African citizen or permanent resident, the experience can be even more terrifying. Will you … Continue reading
Bail application: Are there exceptional circumstances?
Reprinted from De Rebus, by Andrew Jeffrey Swarts – 2023-07-01 When a person has been arrested with or without a warrant in terms of s 50(1)(a) of the Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977, they shall be informed of their … Continue reading