The 1 thing you must not do if you are arrested
Thousands of South Africans have been slapped with criminal records after paying a fine for breaking lockdown rules.
This is based on figures published by Police Minister Bheki Cele, who said that 276,607 people have been arrested for contravening lockdown regulations, with 22,815 of these people paying admission of guilt fines.
The option to pay an admission of guilt fine may be offered to those arrested by the SAPS on suspicion of a less serious crime, allowing the person to admit guilt without having to appear in court.
While paying a fine may seem like a good idea if you are unfairly arrested for breaking lockdown rules, it will result in you being given a criminal record.
Being given a criminal record will result in the following:
- Your employment prospects will be greatly reduced.
- You will be unable to travel to certain countries.
- You will be disqualified from obtaining a professional driving permit and other certifications.
- The criminal record will last for 10 years.
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