Jacob Zuma openly defies Zondo commission, says he is ready to be jailed

[Fulcrum29]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1409427792039755779

The ConCourt is making it sound like some game show,

(1/2) Judgment on Tuesday, 29 June at 10h00: Is former President Jacob Zuma guilty of contempt of court and, if so, what is the appropriate sanction? (Secretary of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Allegations of State Capture v JG Zuma and Others)

(2/2) Please note that court attendance at this hand down will be limited to 20 members of the public, including the media.

 

[Tokolotshe]

The ConCourt is making it sound like some game show,

Kinda reminds me of that never ending TV series. Bewustelose jare or something like that ...

 

[ToxicBunny]

Hmmmm I am very very concerned about this ruling to be honest.

Its turning into a circus when it really shouldn't. Its pretty damned cut and dried. The only part that is vaguely in question (in my opinion) is the sanction, and even then it should merely be a case of what the length of incarceration should be..

 

[3WA]

R100 he gets away scot-free.

Zuma is untouchable.

R100?? Some guys are gonna literally suck a díck* if he goes to prison and you wanna bet R100?

*see post 47

 

[Fulcrum29]

Hmmmm I am very very concerned about this ruling to be honest.

Its turning into a circus when it really shouldn't. Its pretty damned cut and dried. The only part that is vaguely in question (in my opinion) is the sanction, and even then it should merely be a case of what the length of incarceration should be..

As I speculated some time ago, the Arms Deal case will be taken under consideration, and I believe this is what may be used to lighten Zuma’s circumstances. The big question would be whether the ConCourt deems Zuma to be in contempt, because it will not only be Zuma who will be listening to this ruling… pending on the decision, there will be others pursuing this route.

The most damning decision would be to see the ConCourt rule that the Zondo report will be the best method in dealing with Zuma because then the apex court relinquish themselves to the state.

Tomorrow will be a good day to see where the Constitution is being positioned.

 

[dualmeister]

The Untouchables SA.

 

[Mike Hoxbig]

As I speculated some time ago, the Arms Deal case will be taken under consideration, and I believe this is what may be used to lighten Zuma’s circumstances. The big question would be whether the ConCourt deems Zuma to be in contempt, because it will not only be Zuma who will be listening to this ruling… pending on the decision, there will be others pursuing this route.

The most damning decision would be to see the ConCourt rule that the Zondo report will be the best method in dealing with Zuma because then the apex court relinquish themselves to the state.

Tomorrow will be a good day to see where the Constitution is being positioned.

Why can't he be in jail for one offence, while appearing in court for another?

 

[ponder]

The ConCourt is making it sound like some game show,

That's very unprofessional, not something you would expect from the highest court.

 

[3WA]

I reckon he’s going to jail for this.

 

[ponder]

Why can't he be in jail for one offence, while appearing in court for another?

Because he's Zuma.

 

[TheChamp]

That's very unprofessional, not something you would expect from the highest court.

I don't see anything unprofessional or game-showy about it?

 

[Mike Hoxbig]

It's actually the perfect time to send him to jail.

Anyone taking to the streets in protest can also be locked up for contravening the DMA...

 

[Fulcrum29]

Why can't he be in jail for one offence, while appearing in court for another?

It all depends on the crime, the arguments brought to them by the Zondo Commission. Even in bail applications when the suspect has other court cases it is taken under consideration. It is all up to the ConCourt bench.

 

[Fulcrum29]

It's actually the perfect time to send him to jail.

Anyone taking to the streets in protest can also be locked up for contravening the DMA...

Fun question, do you believe the ConCourt will issue the warrant?

 

[ShaunSA]

Why can't he be in jail for one offence, while appearing in court for another?

Only if he takes the smallanyana skeletons with him

 

[Mike Hoxbig]

Fun question, do you believe the ConCourt will issue the warrant?

I don't think they've ever issued a sentence, so probably not. Won't even be surprised if the case is referred back to a lower court...

 

[Fulcrum29]

I reckon he’s going to jail for this.

Escobar treatment, adjusted level-4 house arrest.

 

[Fulcrum29]

I don't see anything unprofessional or game-showy about it?

Here is the thing, the ConCourt already made their decision. No need to announce a question to which there is already an answer to in advance.

 

[ShaunSA]

I don't see anything unprofessional or game-showy about it?

That's because you still have your New Dawn spectacles on

 

[Fulcrum29]

I don't think they've ever issued a sentence, so probably not. Won't even be surprised if the case is referred back to a lower court...

and then, again, back to a higher court. I doubt it will be the case, this ruling is established in the public interest, hence a Constitutional interest which is ultimately the apex court's responsibility.