TLI4801
ASSIGNMENT 2 (SEMESTER 1)
DUE DATE: 22 April 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than 22 April 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
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QUESTIONS
1. 1.
. Mr. Z is arrested on charges of culpable homicide. The prosecutor avers that he was the driver of a
motor vehicle which on 15 December 2023 was involved in a motor vehicle collision with a
pedestrian on Solomon Mahlangu drive, Mamelodi, Pretoria. The state through the prosecutors,
further avers that, Mr. Z knocked down the pedestrian at a pedestrian crossing, causing his death.
Mr. Z is a well-known businessman running successful business enterprises in the area and at the
time of the accident he was driving back home from a year-end function with his regular driver,
John S as a passenger. Mr. Z is represented by a prominent criminal law Attorney, Lucky Stanza
known for his aggressive and robust representation of his clients. Lucky Stanza attends a
conference at the prosecutor’s office however the investigating officer is not invited to the
conference. During the conference, Lucky Stanza makes misleading statements and disclosures
(a) Discuss the rules of etiquette regarding the relationships between defence attorneys,
“without prejudice”.
prosecutors and investigating officers. (7)
ANSWER
The relationship between defense attorneys, prosecutors, and investigating officers is
governed by rules of etiquette and professional conduct to ensure fairness and justice in the
legal system. Here are some key points to consider:
1. Professionalism and Respect: Defense attorneys, prosecutors, and investigating officers
are expected to treat each other with professionalism and respect, regardless of their
ASSIGNMENT 2 (SEMESTER 1)
DUE DATE: 22 April 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than 22 April 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
QUESTIONS
1. 1.
. Mr. Z is arrested on charges of culpable homicide. The prosecutor avers that he was the driver of a
motor vehicle which on 15 December 2023 was involved in a motor vehicle collision with a
pedestrian on Solomon Mahlangu drive, Mamelodi, Pretoria. The state through the prosecutors,
further avers that, Mr. Z knocked down the pedestrian at a pedestrian crossing, causing his death.
Mr. Z is a well-known businessman running successful business enterprises in the area and at the
time of the accident he was driving back home from a year-end function with his regular driver,
John S as a passenger. Mr. Z is represented by a prominent criminal law Attorney, Lucky Stanza
known for his aggressive and robust representation of his clients. Lucky Stanza attends a
conference at the prosecutor’s office however the investigating officer is not invited to the
conference. During the conference, Lucky Stanza makes misleading statements and disclosures
(a) Discuss the rules of etiquette regarding the relationships between defence attorneys,
“without prejudice”.
prosecutors and investigating officers. (7)
ANSWER
The relationship between defense attorneys, prosecutors, and investigating officers is
governed by rules of etiquette and professional conduct to ensure fairness and justice in the
legal system. Here are some key points to consider:
1. Professionalism and Respect: Defense attorneys, prosecutors, and investigating officers
are expected to treat each other with professionalism and respect, regardless of their
