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Selected Private and Criminal Law Principles of the Internet - LCR4805 Assignment 2 Semester 2 2025 (Unique Number: 801278); 100 % TRUSTED workings, Expert Solved, Explanations and Solutions. For assistance call or W.h.a.t.s.a.p.p us on ...(.+.2.5.4.7.7.9.5.4.0.1.3.2)........... LCR4805 lOMoARcPSD| Assessment 2 semester 2 801278 QUESTION 1 We live in an “information age” and the question which often arises is whether information can be stolen. Refer to the common law definition of “theft” and critically discuss whether the law in South Africa has adapted to keep up with technological advancements. Discuss comparatively by referring to the positions in other jurisdictions and include case law, legislation and academic commentary where applicable. (Please note: The question is NOT whether it is physically possible to steal information, but whether the legal principles make provision for it. (20) Assessment criteria • This question will be evaluated primarily on the overall content of the answer, the substantiated conclusions and the referencing style used. You will be penalised if you merely “copy and paste” information from the Internet. You have to communicate the information in your own words. • Length restriction: Your answer to Question 1 may not exceed 10 typed pages. More but related content can be acceptable. • To find sources from the library’s databases, you can make use of the LibGuides link: QUESTION 2 Mary buys property and engages the services of a law firm X Attorneys. Hackers ABC intercept an email and manipulate the details in their favour. Consequently, Mary transfers R3 million rands into the account of the hackers (ABC) rather than that of the law firm. What charges can hackers ABC face under common law and the Cybercrimes Act 19 of 2020? Substantiate your answer by referring to relevant legislation and case law. (15) Assessment criteria lOMoARcPSD| • This question will be evaluated primarily on the overall content of the answer, the substantiated conclusions and the referencing style used. You will be penalised if you merely “copy and paste” information from the Internet. You have to communicate the information in your own words. • Length restriction: Your answer to Question 2 may not exceed 8 typed pages. More but related content can be acceptable. • To find sources from the library’s databases, you can make use of the LibGuides link: QUESTION 3 Discuss in detail whether communications on can be admissible evidence in court. (20) Assessment criteria • This question will be evaluated primarily on the overall content of the answer, the substantiated conclusions and the referencing style used. You will be penalised if you merely “copy and paste” information from the Internet. You have to communicate the information in your own words.

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LCR4805
ASSIGNMENT 2 SEMESTER 2 2025

UNIQUE NO. 801278
DUE DATE: SEPTEMBER 2025

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LCR4805

Assessment 2 semester 2

801278

QUESTION 1
We live in an “information age” and the question which often arises is whether
information can be stolen. Refer to the common law definition of “theft” and critically
discuss whether the law in South Africa has adapted to keep up with technological
advancements. Discuss comparatively by referring to the positions in other jurisdictions
and include case law, legislation and academic commentary where

applicable.

(Please note: The question is NOT whether it is physically possible to steal information,
but whether the legal principles make provision for it. (20)



Assessment criteria
• This question will be evaluated primarily on the overall content of the
answer, the substantiated conclusions and the referencing style used. You will
be penalised if you merely “copy and paste” information from the Internet. You
have to communicate the information in your own words.
• Length restriction: Your answer to Question 1 may not exceed 10 typed
pages. More but related content can be acceptable.
• To find sources from the library’s databases, you can make use of
the LibGuides link: http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/law


QUESTION 2
Mary buys property and engages the services of a law firm X Attorneys. Hackers ABC
intercept an email and manipulate the details in their favour. Consequently, Mary
transfers R3 million rands into the account of the hackers (ABC) rather than that of the
law firm. What charges can hackers ABC face under common law and the Cybercrimes
Act 19 of 2020? Substantiate your answer by referring to relevant legislation and case
law. (15)

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