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Read through the case study below and answer ALL of the questions:
4.1.
In what type of ‘specialised inmate category’, set out for offenders in correctional facilities, does Oscar Pistorius fit? [1]
4.2.
Identify and elaborate on the different role players in the abovementioned trial process of State vs Pistorius [6]
4.3.
By referencing two sources, provide a definition for the concept ‘gang’ [2]
Pistorius, Pretoria and Prosecutors The trial of Oscar Pistorius for the murder of Reeva Steenkamp (The State vs Oscar Pistorius) in the High Court of South Africa in Pretoria opened on 3 March 2014. Pistorius was an athlete with a disability who completed in multiple Paralympic Games and the 2012 Summer Olympics. Steenkamp, a model, was shot and killed by Pistorius at his Pretoria home. The trial commenced from 2014 to 2016, Judge Thokozile Masipa appointed two assessors, Janette Henzen du Toit and Themba Mazibuko, to help her evaluate the case and reach a verdict. During the trial, a witness (a neighbour of Pistorius) confessed that she had heard a loud argument in the early hours of the morning minutes before shots were fired. Hereafter, state Prosecutor Gerrie Nel claimed that Pistorius had put on his prosthetic legs, walked across hiss bedroom to the bathroom, and intentionally shot Steenkamp through the door. Nel argued that the time required for this process was sufficient to establish the that the murder was premeditated. In 2016, Pistorius was found guilty of murder and sentenced to 15 years imprisonment. Pistorius continues with his life in prison – and in 2017 footage was released of how he and a notorious and dangerous gang member were playing football in the communal court yard.
4.1. Oscar Pistorius fits into the category of offenders with disabilities or special needs in correctional facilities.
4.2. The different role players in the trial of State vs Pistorius are:
- Oscar Pistorius: The accused and defendant in the trial. He was charged with the murder of Reeva Steenkamp.
- Reeva Steenkamp: The victim, who was shot and killed by Pistorius.
- Judge Thokozile Masipa: The presiding judge in the trial.
- Janette Henzen du Toit and Themba Mazibuko: The appointed assessors who assisted the judge in evaluating the case.
- State Prosecutor Gerrie Nel: The prosecutor representing the state, who argued that Pistorius intentionally shot Steenkamp.
- Witness: A neighbor of Pistorius who testified in the trial and claimed to have heard an argument before the shots were fired.
4.3. Two sources provide definitions for the concept 'gang':
- According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a gang is "a group of criminals" or "a group of young people who do illegal things together and who often fight against other gangs."
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines a gang as "a group of young people, often associating together and involved in criminal activities."
Note: Since the sources were not provided, the specific referencing format or citation style cannot be determined.
4.1. Based on the given information, it is not explicitly mentioned in the case study what type of 'specialized inmate category' Oscar Pistorius fits into. Therefore, we cannot determine the specific category he belongs to.
4.2. The different role players in the trial process of State vs Pistorius are as follows:
1. Oscar Pistorius: The defendant in the case, accused of the murder of Reeva Steenkamp.
2. State Prosecutor Gerrie Nel: The representative of the state who presented the case against Oscar Pistorius.
3. Judge Thokozile Masipa: The presiding judge in the High Court of South Africa in Pretoria who was responsible for overseeing the trial, evaluating the evidence, and reaching a verdict.
4. Janette Henzen du Toit: An appointed assessor who assisted Judge Masipa in evaluating the case.
5. Themba Mazibuko: Another appointed assessor who assisted Judge Masipa in evaluating the case.
6. Witness (neighbor of Pistorius): A person who testified during the trial and provided information about hearing a loud argument before the shots were fired.
Each of these role players had a specific role and responsibility within the trial process.
4.3. Definitions of the concept 'gang':
1. According to Merriam-Webster, a gang is defined as "a group of persons working or associated together, especially one of a few individuals such as a band, a company, or a unit." This definition highlights the idea of a group of people working or associating together towards a common purpose.
2. According to Cambridge Dictionary, a gang is defined as "a group of young people, especially young men, who spend time together, often fighting with other groups and behaving in a violent way." This definition emphasizes the aspect of young people, particularly young men, engaging in violent behavior and conflict with other groups.
The definitions provided highlight the various aspects and characteristics associated with the concept of a gang.
To answer the questions based on the provided case study, follow these steps:
4.1. In what type of ‘specialised inmate category’, set out for offenders in correctional facilities, does Oscar Pistorius fit? [1]
To find the answer to this question, scan through the case study and look for any information that describes the category in which Oscar Pistorius fits as an inmate in a correctional facility.
Based on the information provided in the case study, there is no direct mention of the specific 'specialized inmate category' that Oscar Pistorius fits into. Therefore, without further information or explicit mention in the case study, it is not possible to determine the exact category.
4.2. Identify and elaborate on the different role players in the abovementioned trial process of State vs Pistorius [6]
To answer this question, identify and describe the various role players involved in the trial process of State vs Pistorius.
Based on the provided case study, the following role players can be identified:
1. Oscar Pistorius: The accused in the trial, who is a Paralympic athlete and a person with a disability.
2. Reeva Steenkamp: The victim who was shot and killed by Oscar Pistorius at his Pretoria home.
3. Judge Thokozile Masipa: The presiding judge in the trial.
4. Janette Henzen du Toit: One of the assessors appointed by Judge Thokozile Masipa to help evaluate the case.
5. Themba Mazibuko: The other assessor appointed by Judge Thokozile Masipa to assist in reaching a verdict.
6. Gerrie Nel: The state prosecutor who argued against Oscar Pistorius, presenting the case for the murder of Reeva Steenkamp.
These are the key role players involved in the State vs Pistorius trial process, as mentioned in the case study.
4.3. By referencing two sources, provide a definition for the concept ‘gang’ [2]
To answer this question, reference at least two sources and provide definitions for the concept of a 'gang.'
Step 1: Search for reputable sources that provide definitions or explanations of the term 'gang.' Examples of suitable sources include dictionaries, academic articles, or official reports.
Step 2: Find definitions from the selected sources and reference them properly.
Source 1: Oxford English Dictionary
Definition: A group of people, typically young people, who share a common identity and engage in criminal activities.
Reference: Oxford English Dictionary, s.v. "gang," accessed [insert date], [insert URL].
Source 2: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)
Definition: A group of individuals, often three or more, who share a common identity and engage in criminal activities or have a collective interest in controlling a specific territory, typically characterized by a hierarchical structure and organized criminal behavior.
Reference: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), "Comprehensive Study on Cybercrime" (2013), chapter [insert chapter number if available], [insert URL or publication details].
Note: Ensure you properly reference and cite the sources you use for definitions, following the appropriate citation style (e.g., MLA, APA, etc.).
By referencing the two sources mentioned above, you can provide definitions for the concept of a 'gang' as required in the question.