The courts in South Africa are divided into jurisdictions. Explain what is meant by the term ‘jurisdiction’, and define and cite three instances of ‘specific jurisdiction’. Discuss the hierarchy of the courts in South Africa, identifying specific powers or abilities of the individual courts to hear a matter. Explain in your own words what is meant by the principle of stare decisis. Why is it important that the doctrine of stare decisis is followed, and in what circumstances will the effects of the doctrine be overturned?

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Jurisdiction Jurisdiction refers to the authority of a court to hear and decide a particular legal matter or case It is the geographical or subject matter area within which a court has the power to ex... View the full answer