Legal Guides
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Practical guides to help you navigate the South African criminal justice system.
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Don't Talk to the Police — 5 Deadly Mistakes You're Making When Dealing with the Police
Most people damage their own cases before a lawyer even arrives. This guide explains your rights under the South African Constitution and what to say — and never say — when police approach you.
Read Guide6 Things You Must Never Do If You Want Bail
When you're suspected of a crime and the police come knocking, there are critical mistakes that will cost you your freedom. Know them before you need to.
Read Guide5 Important Things You Must Do to Get Bail
South African bail law gives magistrates wide discretion. This guide explains what factors courts consider and how to present the strongest possible case for your release.
Read Guide5 Steps to Find a Top DUI Lawyer in South Africa
A DUI conviction carries a fine up to R120,000, up to 6 years imprisonment, and automatic licence suspension. Not all DUI lawyers are equal — here is how to find the right one.
Read GuideUnderstanding Section 65 of the National Road Traffic Act — DUI Law Explained
Three separate subsections, different burdens of proof, breathalyser vs blood tests — this guide breaks down exactly how DUI charges work in South Africa and where they can be challenged.
Read Guide7 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Criminal Attorney in Cape Town
Before you entrust someone with your freedom, ask these critical questions. Experience as a former prosecutor is the single most valuable quality a criminal defence attorney can have.
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