Answer to Question #180625 in Law for Kaylin

Question

List and Discuss responsibilities of the following role players in the criminal justice system in South Africa:

The South African Police Services [SAPS]

Courts

Correctional Services

Answer 1

SAPS has the responsibility to prevent, investigate and combat crime; maintain order; secure the public and their properties.

Correctional services ensures retribution, incapacitation, deterrence and rehabilitation of the offenders.

On the other hand, courts have the responsibility to ensure there is fair and effective administration of Justice.