Mpofu v Minister for Justice and Constitutional Development and Others [2013] ZACC 15 (6 June 2013)

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Mpofu v Minister for Justice and Constitutional Development and Others [2013] ZACC 15 (6 June 2013)

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Criminal law – Sentence – High court on appeal erroneously stating that s 51
(3) of the Criminal Law Amendment Act 105 of 1997 applied – misdirection requiring re –
consideration of trial court’s approach to sentence – trial court not exercising discretion –
on re – consideration of sentence finding that period of imprisonment appropriate – appeal
dismissed

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Appeal against sentences in terms of s 316B of the Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977 – whether sentences imposed by the trial court were too lenient and induced a sense of shock – sentences imposed by the trial court set aside – sentences considered afresh.

Sections 23 and 24 of the Children’s Act – uncles of a minor child have locus standi to seek right of contact and guardianship – Part A relief – appointment of a clinical psychologist and family advocate to investigate what is in the best interest of the minor child – limited contract pending final determination of the issue of guardship under Part B.