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The Western Cape High Court dealt with the automatic review of two theft matters from Mitchell’s Plain. The convictions were confirmed, but the sentences were reviewed and set aside because the sentencing proceedings were materially irregular and the matters were remitted for sentencing afresh.
This appears to concern criminal procedure, automatic review, sentencing, and magistrates' court practice.
Evidence from source
ORDER 1. The conviction in respect of both matters, is confirmed. 2. The sentences in respect of both proceedings are reviewed and set aside.
Supports: The convictions were confirmed and the sentences were reviewed and set aside.
The State is ordered to bring both accused before court within 10 days of receipt of this judgment for purposes of sentence proceedings.
Supports: An explicit deadline for bringing the accused before court is stated.