Author: AH Stander & Agenbac Inc.
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Domestic Violence
In terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 the term “domestic violence” violence includes the following: physical abuse; sexual abuse; emotional, verbal and psychological abuse; economic abuse; intimidation; harassment; stalking; damage to property; entry into the complainant’s residence without consent, where the parties do not share the same residence; or any other controlling or abusive…
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Divorces Contested
It often happens that the parties to a divorce (husband and wife), struggle to reach consensus in respect one or more of the following: o Division of Assets o Child Maintenance o Spousal Maintenance o Rights and Responsibilities in respect of Minor Children such as Primary Residency or Contact
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Bail Applications
Everyone who is arrested for allegedly committing an offence has the right to be released from detention if the interests of justice permit, subject to reasonable conditions. Section 35 (1) (f) – Constitution of the Republic of South Africa