Question 1 -

Discuss the burden and standard of proof of as well as the proof of previous convictions during the course of bail application. (15 Marks)

Question 2

An inexperienced prosecutor in the lower court formulates a murder charge as follows:- "The accused is guilty of a crime in that the accused did intentionally and unlawfully cause a death of a human being."

In terms of Section 84 (1), not withstanding Sections 86 (1) and 88, is the charge formulated in sufficient detail? (15 Marks)

Question 3

There are three mechanisms provided in the Child Justice Act 75 of 2008 to secure the attendance of a child offender at a preliminary inquiry. Discuss these fully. (20 Marks)