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TLI4801 Techniques
in trial and litigation
Department of Criminal and Procedural Law
SEMESTER 2 ASSIGNMENT 2 DUE DATE :09 SEPTEMBER 2023
UNIQUE NO :705030
, TLI4801
Assignment 02
Semester 2
Answer the following questions using proper references. Your entire assignment answer
(questions 1 (a)-(e)) must not exceed 15 pages.
1. Mr Danny Crane is a reputable defence attorney. His client is known as Lady Diamond, a
filthy rich South African rock star with her own private plane and real estate all over the world.
Lady Diamond was arrested on a charge of malicious injury to property. It is alleged that she
hosted a wild party in her suite in a five-star hotel during which damage to the value of R 500
000 was inflicted to hotel property. As her legal representative, Mr Danny Crane attends a
conference at the prosecutor’s office. The investigating officer is not invited to the conference.
During the conference, Mr Crane makes misleading statements and disclosures “without
prejudice”.
(7)
(The relationships between defense attorneys, prosecutors, and investigating officers are
governed by certain rules of etiquette and professional conduct. These rules are designed to
ensure fairness, integrity, and respect for the legal process. Let's discuss these rules in more
detail:
(a) Discuss the rules of etiquette regarding the relationships between defence attorneys,
prosecutors and investigating officers.
1. Defense Attorneys: Defense attorneys have a duty to zealously represent their clients and
protect their rights. They are responsible for providing a strong defense and challenging the
prosecution's case. However, defense attorneys must also adhere to ethical guidelines. Some
key rules of etiquette for defense attorneys include: