(a)the conviction of the accused for the offence for which the sentence of death is imposed; or
Section history
Section 394E — Orders on review
As in force on 25 November 2024.
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- 1 January 2013 Act 30 of 2012, Act 33 of 2012
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(1)If the Court of Appeal is satisfied as to the correctness, legality and propriety of —
(b)the imposition of the sentence of death for the offence, where the sentence of death is not mandatory by law,
it must issue a certificate to the Public Prosecutor and the accused or the accused’s advocate confirming the imposition of the sentence of death on the accused.
(2)If the Court of Appeal is not satisfied as to the correctness, legality and propriety of —
(a)the conviction of the accused for the offence for which the sentence of death is imposed; or
(b)the imposition of the sentence of death for the offence, where the sentence of death is not mandatory by law,
it must set aside the sentence of death, and may make such further order as it deems fit.