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Correctional Services Act, 1998 (No. 111 of 1998).

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South Africa
Criminal and penal law
1998-11-19
National
Law, Act

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Comprehensive legislation to provide for a correctional system. Sets forth requirements governing discipline, security, and treatment of sentenced and unsentenced prisoners. S. 40 allows for prison labour performed in order to foster habits of industry; prisoners shall not be compelled to work as a measure of discipline or punishment. Establishes a National Council for Correctional Services, a Judicial Inspectorate, Independent Prison Visitors, and an internal service evaluation.

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    Serial title
    Government Gazette
    Date
    1998-11-27
    Volume
    Vol. 402
    Number
    No. 19522
    Page range
    109 p.