1. Legal Structure of South Africa
The Legal Structure of South Africa The South African legal system is similarly based to that of the United States. ... The High Court, however, does preside over serious crime hearings such as murder. ... Because South Africa's democracy is not yet established and still emerging, it is increasingly affected by high levels of violent crime. ... More serious crimes are presided by the High Courts. ... A new superior court, the "Constitutional Court" was established to decide matters based on Constitutional provisions. ...
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