Social Dimensions of Justice-SJD1501
Portfolio Assignment 7 Semester 1 2022
(Questions overview)
Compile a document of no less than 2500 words in which you reflect on the
issues below.
1. In the case of H v W, Judge Nigel Willis had this to say "...The law has to
take into account changing realities not only technologically but also socially
or else it will lose credibility in the eyes of the people. without credibility, law
loses legitimacy. If law lose legitimacy, it loses acceptance, If it loses
acceptance, it loses obedience. It is imperative that the courts respond
appropriately to changing times, acting cautiously and with wisdom."
With that in mind:
1.1 What is the impact of social media on the constitutional right to Privacy
(125 words) 5 marks
1.2. What is the impact of social media on the constitutional right to Freedom
of expression (125 words) 5 marks
1.3. What is the impact of social media on racism? (125 words) 5 marks
2. How does corruption impact on service delivery? (125 words, 5 marks)
3. In what ways can victims of crime be better assisted and empowered in
the criminal justice system? (500 words) 20 marks
4. In the course of this module you reflected on the ethos of the Constitution
of the Republic of South Africa and uBuntu. In what ways can criminal justice
system functionaries incorporate the principles of Ubuntu in their daily work?
(500 words) 20 marks
5. Think of a role model whom you believe embodies the qualities that are
vital to being ethical. This does not have to be a famous person. Say who this
person is and why you look up to him/her for ethical guidance (500) words 20
marks.
6. Reflect on your learning experiences in this module and how these may
have influenced your answer. Identify the highlights of your journey through
this module considering the following guidelines:
Portfolio Assignment 7 Semester 1 2022
(Questions overview)
Compile a document of no less than 2500 words in which you reflect on the
issues below.
1. In the case of H v W, Judge Nigel Willis had this to say "...The law has to
take into account changing realities not only technologically but also socially
or else it will lose credibility in the eyes of the people. without credibility, law
loses legitimacy. If law lose legitimacy, it loses acceptance, If it loses
acceptance, it loses obedience. It is imperative that the courts respond
appropriately to changing times, acting cautiously and with wisdom."
With that in mind:
1.1 What is the impact of social media on the constitutional right to Privacy
(125 words) 5 marks
1.2. What is the impact of social media on the constitutional right to Freedom
of expression (125 words) 5 marks
1.3. What is the impact of social media on racism? (125 words) 5 marks
2. How does corruption impact on service delivery? (125 words, 5 marks)
3. In what ways can victims of crime be better assisted and empowered in
the criminal justice system? (500 words) 20 marks
4. In the course of this module you reflected on the ethos of the Constitution
of the Republic of South Africa and uBuntu. In what ways can criminal justice
system functionaries incorporate the principles of Ubuntu in their daily work?
(500 words) 20 marks
5. Think of a role model whom you believe embodies the qualities that are
vital to being ethical. This does not have to be a famous person. Say who this
person is and why you look up to him/her for ethical guidance (500) words 20
marks.
6. Reflect on your learning experiences in this module and how these may
have influenced your answer. Identify the highlights of your journey through
this module considering the following guidelines:
