FOR3704 ASSIGNMENT 1 2026
DUE 7 APRIL 2026
QUESTION 1
1.1. With reference to Section 199 and Section 205 of the Constitution, explain the
constitutional mandate of the South African Police Service (SAPS) in relation to
crime investigation. In your answer, discuss the objectives of the national police
service, outline the core investigative functions of the SAPS, and distinguish
SAPS investigators from other investigative role-players such as the Directorate
FOR Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks), Family Violence, Child Protection and
Sexual Offences Unit, Special Investigation Unit, National Prosecuting Authority,
and private or statutory investigators.
Section 199(1) of the Constitution establishes that the security services of South Africa
consist of a single police service . This means policing is a national competency, not
devolved to provinces.
Section 205(3) sets out the objectives of the national police service, namely to
Prevent, combat and investigate crime, Maintain public order
Protect and secure the inhabitants of the Republic and their property
Uphold and enforce the law
(Chapter 1: Forensic Investigation of Came, Irregularities and Transgressions)
Core investigative functions of SAPS
DUE 7 APRIL 2026
QUESTION 1
1.1. With reference to Section 199 and Section 205 of the Constitution, explain the
constitutional mandate of the South African Police Service (SAPS) in relation to
crime investigation. In your answer, discuss the objectives of the national police
service, outline the core investigative functions of the SAPS, and distinguish
SAPS investigators from other investigative role-players such as the Directorate
FOR Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks), Family Violence, Child Protection and
Sexual Offences Unit, Special Investigation Unit, National Prosecuting Authority,
and private or statutory investigators.
Section 199(1) of the Constitution establishes that the security services of South Africa
consist of a single police service . This means policing is a national competency, not
devolved to provinces.
Section 205(3) sets out the objectives of the national police service, namely to
Prevent, combat and investigate crime, Maintain public order
Protect and secure the inhabitants of the Republic and their property
Uphold and enforce the law
(Chapter 1: Forensic Investigation of Came, Irregularities and Transgressions)
Core investigative functions of SAPS
