An arrested person can apply for bail at the first appearance in Court or at any time before the accused is convicted if the interests of justice permit. Offences which the Court can only set bail include:
- Armed Robbery
- Breaking or entering any premises
- Intimidation
- Murder
- Theft
- Receiving stolen property knowing it to have been stolen
- Illegal dealing in or possession of precious metals or stones
- Child stealing
- Kidnapping
- Rape
- Bestiality
- Any sexual offence against a child or a person who is mentally disabled Trafficking in persons for sexual purposes
- Fraud or forgery if the amount or value involved in the offence exceeds R20,000.00