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Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977
To make provision for procedures and related matters in criminal proceedings.
November 2010 - The Bad Bond Clause That Sank The Sale!
With property sales regularly falling through when the bank turns down the buyer's application for a bond, don't be tempted to word your bond clause too widely. The danger of doing so is clearly illustrated in a matter recently before the High Court, where a developer had worded its sale agreement in such a way as to allow it...
Magistrates Court Act 32 of 1944
To consolidate and amend the law relating to Magistrates' Courts. [NB: The long title has been substituted by s. 73 of the Magistrates' Courts Amendment Act 120 of 1993, a provision which will be put into operation by proclamation
October 2010: Zoning - Developers and Municipalities Be Warned!
Here's an unusual warning for developers from a recent High Court case - don't rely on the local authority to know the correct zoning of your property!
September 2010 - Property: New Laws You Need to Know!
The CPA (Consumer Protection Act), which is due to come into operation during October, will fundamentally change the rights of property purchasers in South Africa. Prepare yourself now! First off, note that the CPA will not apply to every property transaction - It is unlikely to apply to property sales in the average one-...