, CPR3701 ASSIGNMENT 1 SEMESTER 2 2025 – FULLY
ANSWERED (DUE 27 AUGUST 2025)
MULTIPLE CHOICE,ASSURED EXCELLENCE
CPR3701 Assignment 1 – Model Memo Answer
Question 1
Introduction (3 marks)
The issue is whether A’s right under s 35(1)(d)(i) of the
Constitution and s 50(1)(d) of the Criminal Procedure Act (CPA)
was violated when he was only brought before court 10 weeks
after his arrest while recuperating in hospital.
Legal Framework (6 marks)
1. Constitution, s 35(1)(d)(i):
o An arrested person must be brought before a court
as soon as reasonably possible, but not later than 48
hours after arrest, or the next court day if outside
court hours.
2. CPA, s 50(1)(d):
o Reinforces the 48-hour rule and requires appearance
within 48 hours, unless exceptional circumstances
exist.
ANSWERED (DUE 27 AUGUST 2025)
MULTIPLE CHOICE,ASSURED EXCELLENCE
CPR3701 Assignment 1 – Model Memo Answer
Question 1
Introduction (3 marks)
The issue is whether A’s right under s 35(1)(d)(i) of the
Constitution and s 50(1)(d) of the Criminal Procedure Act (CPA)
was violated when he was only brought before court 10 weeks
after his arrest while recuperating in hospital.
Legal Framework (6 marks)
1. Constitution, s 35(1)(d)(i):
o An arrested person must be brought before a court
as soon as reasonably possible, but not later than 48
hours after arrest, or the next court day if outside
court hours.
2. CPA, s 50(1)(d):
o Reinforces the 48-hour rule and requires appearance
within 48 hours, unless exceptional circumstances
exist.
