by Swarts Marais Attorneys | Sep 25, 2024 | Business, Criminal Law / Crime
“In defence of Madiba’s legacy, we will continue to wage a relentless war on corruption…” (President Cyril Ramaphosa) You may have seen mention of the new amendment to the Prevention and Combatting of Corrupt Activities (POCCA) Act that imposes severe...
by Swarts Marais Attorneys | Jun 25, 2024 | Criminal Law / Crime, Property
“[The buyer] must in the circumstances take responsibility for her failure to protect herself against a known risk” (extract from judgment below) Cybercriminals absolutely love targeting property transactions because they provide the perfect mix of large money...
by Swarts Marais Attorneys | Jun 25, 2024 | Criminal Law / Crime, General Interest
“It’s high time they legalised cannabis” (Anon) Much excitement has greeted the signing into law of the Cannabis for Private Purposes Act, which will formally regulate the cultivation, possession, and use of cannabis by adults in a private setting and, says the...
