Practical information on criminal law, criminal procedure and the South African criminal justice system.
The Shaw Attorneys’ criminal defence resources provide clear, practical information to help individuals understand their legal rights and the criminal process in South Africa. Explore our articles and legal guides covering arrest, bail applications, criminal trials, sentencing, appeals and other important aspects of criminal law.
Articles and Legal Guides
We are currently preparing practical articles and legal guides covering criminal law, criminal procedure and the rights of accused persons in South Africa. New resources will be added regularly.
Criminal Defence Topics
Bail Applications
Understand the bail process, bail hearings, bail conditions and the factors considered when determining whether an accused person should be released on bail.
Criminal Trials
Information about criminal trials, court procedure, legal representation and the rights of an accused person.
Criminal Appeals
Learn about criminal appeals, grounds of appeal, appeal procedures and challenges to convictions and sentences.
Arrest and Your Rights
Practical information about what happens after an arrest and the rights of an accused person during the criminal process.
Serious and Commercial Crimes
Information relating to serious criminal offences, fraud, theft, corruption, money laundering and other complex criminal matters.
Our criminal defence resources are intended to provide general information and should not be regarded as legal advice for a specific matter.