Asked by the Customer on 15-06-2021 18:33:15
Question posted in the Criminal Law category relating to Western Cape
I was phoned by a 021 number saying that it is the police in the city of Cape Town and that there is a warrant for my arrest. They would not tell me why. I am currently based in Durban and they said I have to appear at the CT police station ASAP. I have no idea what they are talking about. The only thing I can think of is a traffic fine, but the car I drive isn't registered in my name so would the fines still go to me? I'm very stressed and confused. I'm still a student and don't have lots of money. Do I need to go to Cape Town?
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Posted by Att. Patrick on 17-06-2021 11:44:37
Hi there,
I see that you haven't made a payment for the question, but I'm going to assist you a little. If you want to ask a follow-up question, please make the required payment.
The only way that the SAPS can force you to go to Cape Town, is through a warrant for your arrest.
If the person on the telephone wouldn't tell you why you need to come to the Cape Town Court, I would ignore them.
If they phone back, they must give you information about the case.
Att. Patrick
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