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Discuss three main components of the justice system in south africa

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Three main components make up the criminal justice system: law enforcement, courts, and correction.

The police (the South African Police Service or SAPS) prevent crime, investigate crime, and catch suspected criminals. The prosecution service (officially know as the National Prosecuting Authority) decide whether or not to prosecute someone who is suspected of having committed a crime.

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