GROUP ASSIGNMENT/PRESENTATION

‘CONDUCT’

Due date: 7th March 2023

Marks (50)

Prepared by Ms. Qikani

Refer to relevant authority.

Question 1

The basis of criminal liability is human voluntary conduct, however, there are factors
that could render conduct involuntary in the eyes of the law.

With reference to case law, discuss factors (defences) that could exclude the
voluntariness of X’s conduct. (25)

Question 2

Insane automatism refers to involuntary conduct and unconscious behaviours

attributable to mental illness. Section 78 of the Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977
enacts provisions for mental illness and criminal responsibility.

Demonstrate your understanding of this section by discussing its provisions, paying

particular attention to:

Section 1 (a) appreciation of wrongfulness of his/her (X) conduct, (b) acting in

accordance with such an appreciation as well as the burden of proof in section 1B.
(25)

TOTAL 50 MARKS