Constitutional Court of South Africa Case CCT 30/03 - The State vs Wouter Basson

Flashcards covering key terms and definitions related to the Constitutional Court case concerning Wouter Basson.

Constitutional Court

The highest court in South Africa that deals with constitutional matters.

Riotous Assemblies Act

An Act that criminalizes conspiracies to commit certain offensive acts.

Recusal

The act of a judge stepping aside from a case due to perceived bias.

Bias

Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, often considered unfair.

Acquittal

A legal judgment that officially and formally clears a defendant of criminal charges.

Section 35(3)(m) of the Constitution

A provision that ensures individuals are not tried for an offense they have been acquitted of.

Bail Record

A documented record of the proceedings and decisions made by a court regarding a defendant's bail.

War Crimes

Serious violations of international humanitarian law committed during armed conflicts.

Special Leave to Appeal

Permission granted to a party to appeal a court decision to a higher court.

Section 319 of the Criminal Procedure Act

A legislative section that outlines the conditions under which a question of law can be reserved for appeal.