do i have a criminal record if the charges were dropped south africa

Does criminal record expire?

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In South Africa, a criminal record does not automatically expire after a certain period. However, certain aspects of a criminal record might have limitations or conditions: Rehabilitation of Offenders: Certain Offenses: For less serious offenses, there might be provisions for rehabilitation after a specified period. After rehabilitation, these offenses may not need to be disclosed … Read more

Do I have a criminal record if the case was dismissed?

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If a case against you was dismissed in South Africa, legally, you do not have a criminal record related to that specific case. A dismissal typically means the charges were dropped, the case did not proceed to trial, or you were found not guilty. However, it’s important to note that while the dismissed case itself … Read more