Lawyer Arrested for Speeding: Was it a Lawful Arrest?

The social fabric of the South African society continues to be tainted by high crime rates, domestic violence, and gender-based violence. The South African Police Service (“SAPS”) carries a constitutional and statutory responsibility to combat crime and maintain public order. Unfortunately, wrongful arrests remain a persistent problem in South Africa. On numerous occasions, citizens are […]

Can You Record the Police? The Jacobs Ruling Says Yes

In a recent ruling by the Johannesburg High Court – Jacobs v Minister of Police and Others (2021/6576) [2025] ZAGPJHC 722 (12 June 2025) – South Africans’ legal right to film and question police officers has been affirmed. The case brought much-needed clarity on the everyday interactions between citizens and law enforcement, confirming that recording […]