National Prosecuting Authority
State Advocate Position at National Prosecuting Authority
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Position Type: Full-Time
Education Requirement: Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Experience Needed: Minimum 5 years legal practice
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Key Requirements:
- – Valid right of appearance per NPA Act Section 25(2)
- – 5+ years criminal court experience in advocacy/trial work
- – Proven ability to handle complex tax/commercial cases
- – Strong professional ethics and independent judgment
Core Responsibilities:
- – Analyze case evidence and initiate prosecution decisions
- – Prepare legal documents, indictments, and court filings
- – Conduct trials including witness examination and sentencing arguments
- – Mentor law enforcement personnel on legal procedures
- – Handle appeals, reviews, and complex motion applications
Application Process:
Qualified candidates should submit applications through the official DPSA recruitment portal.
The National Prosecuting Authority maintains constitutional mandate to institute criminal proceedings under Section 179(2) of the South African Constitution.
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