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,MAY JUNE
2023
EXAM
, IOS2601 EXAM 2023
1. In R v Mazibuko 1958 (4) SA 353 (A)?
a. The court relied on the common law rule that if there is a difference in
penalties between the date of the crime and the date of the trial, the date of
the trial will be decisive.
b. The appellant relied on the principle that harsher penalty could only have
been imposed in respect of crimes that committed before the amendment
came into effect.
c. The court found that if the penalty provided for in an Act is increased by an
amending Act, the presumption against retrospectivity applies.
d. The appellant appealed against a sentence of life imprisonment imposed for
robbery.
2. In which one of the following instances will the principle that legislation only
applies to the future not apply?
a. When legislation changes procedure.
b. Denies a benefit to an accused.
c. When legislation does not change procedure.
d. When legislation deals with the limitation clause of section 36 of the
constitution.
3. In which case were the techniques for interpretation of statutes identified, with
the exception of comparative interpretation?
a. Sigcau v Sigcau 1941 CPD 334
b. Daniel v Campbell 2004 (5) SA 331 (CC)
c. Fouri v Minister of Home Affairs 2005 (3) SA 429 (SCA)
d. Minister v Land Affairs v Slamdien 1999 (4) BCLR (LCC) 422 para 17
, 4. In which case did King J make the remark ‘an Act of parliament creates law but
not necessarily equity. As a Judge in a Court of law I am obliged to give effect to
the provisions of an Act of parliament. Speaking for myself and if I were sitting as
court of equity, I would have come to the assistance of the appellant.
Unfortunately, and on an intellectually honest approach I am compelled to
conclude that the appeal must fall.?
a. S v Mujee 1981 (3( SA 800 (Z)
b. S v Makwanyane 1995 (3) SA 391 (CC)
c. S v Kohler 1979 (1) SA 861 (T)
d. S v Adams 1979 (4) SA 793 (T) 801
5. Choose one from the following underline the requirements that legislation only
commences upon publication.
a. That it should be gazette in keeping the common law traditions.
b. That it should be made known to the population to who it applies.
c. That the population should have ample time to comment on it.
d. That legislation should only pass with a popular mandate from the
masses.
6. In which case did the court decide that legislation that had been adopted after the
British had taken over the Cape should be interpreted in accordance with the
English rules of statutory interpretation?
a. Bhyat v Commissioner for immigration 1932 AD 125 129
b. Principal immigration officer v Hawabu 1936 AD 26
c. De Villiers v Cape Divisional Council 987 Buch 50
d. Union Government v Mack 1917 AD 731
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1. Educational Aid: These study notes are designed to serve as educational aids and should not be considered as a
substitute for individual research, critical thinking, or professional guidance. Students are encouraged to
conduct their own extensive research and consult with their instructors or academic advisors for specific
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information provided in these study notes, the seller cannot guarantee the completeness or correctness of all
the content. It is the responsibility of the buyer to verify the accuracy of the information and use their own
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3. Academic Integrity: It is crucial for students to uphold academic integrity and adhere to their institution's
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tool for learning and inspiration, but any direct reproduction of the content without proper acknowledgment and
citation may constitute academic misconduct.
4. Limited Liability: The seller of these study notes shall not be held liable for any direct or indirect damages,
losses, or consequences arising from the use of the notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor grades,
academic penalties, or any other negative outcomes resulting from the application or misuse of the information
provided.
,MAY JUNE
2023
EXAM
, IOS2601 EXAM 2023
1. In R v Mazibuko 1958 (4) SA 353 (A)?
a. The court relied on the common law rule that if there is a difference in
penalties between the date of the crime and the date of the trial, the date of
the trial will be decisive.
b. The appellant relied on the principle that harsher penalty could only have
been imposed in respect of crimes that committed before the amendment
came into effect.
c. The court found that if the penalty provided for in an Act is increased by an
amending Act, the presumption against retrospectivity applies.
d. The appellant appealed against a sentence of life imprisonment imposed for
robbery.
2. In which one of the following instances will the principle that legislation only
applies to the future not apply?
a. When legislation changes procedure.
b. Denies a benefit to an accused.
c. When legislation does not change procedure.
d. When legislation deals with the limitation clause of section 36 of the
constitution.
3. In which case were the techniques for interpretation of statutes identified, with
the exception of comparative interpretation?
a. Sigcau v Sigcau 1941 CPD 334
b. Daniel v Campbell 2004 (5) SA 331 (CC)
c. Fouri v Minister of Home Affairs 2005 (3) SA 429 (SCA)
d. Minister v Land Affairs v Slamdien 1999 (4) BCLR (LCC) 422 para 17
, 4. In which case did King J make the remark ‘an Act of parliament creates law but
not necessarily equity. As a Judge in a Court of law I am obliged to give effect to
the provisions of an Act of parliament. Speaking for myself and if I were sitting as
court of equity, I would have come to the assistance of the appellant.
Unfortunately, and on an intellectually honest approach I am compelled to
conclude that the appeal must fall.?
a. S v Mujee 1981 (3( SA 800 (Z)
b. S v Makwanyane 1995 (3) SA 391 (CC)
c. S v Kohler 1979 (1) SA 861 (T)
d. S v Adams 1979 (4) SA 793 (T) 801
5. Choose one from the following underline the requirements that legislation only
commences upon publication.
a. That it should be gazette in keeping the common law traditions.
b. That it should be made known to the population to who it applies.
c. That the population should have ample time to comment on it.
d. That legislation should only pass with a popular mandate from the
masses.
6. In which case did the court decide that legislation that had been adopted after the
British had taken over the Cape should be interpreted in accordance with the
English rules of statutory interpretation?
a. Bhyat v Commissioner for immigration 1932 AD 125 129
b. Principal immigration officer v Hawabu 1936 AD 26
c. De Villiers v Cape Divisional Council 987 Buch 50
d. Union Government v Mack 1917 AD 731
