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AI summary
The High Court in the Western Cape heard an appeal in which the appellant had been convicted of six rape counts and three counts of sexual exploitation of a child. The judgment says the appeal against conviction and sentence was dismissed, and it also discusses the cross-examination of child witnesses and reconstruction of an incomplete record.
This may be relevant to criminal law, sexual offences, child witnesses, and appeal procedure in the Western Cape Division.
Evidence from source
The appeal against conviction is dismissed. 2. The appeal against sentence is dismissed.
Supports: The appeal outcome
Summary: Criminal appeal - six rape and three child sexual exploitation convictions - three minor complainants - intoxication defence rejected - distinct rape acts; no duplication of convictions - life sentences upheld - excessive cross-exa
Supports: The nature of the case and issues discussed