Can I still pay an admission of guilt fine before the date to appear in the Magistrates Court?

Question:

I spoke to you now. My dad did not produce his license when he got stopped and we read the ticket wrong so he has to appear in court on the 5th but he got sick and his in and out of hospital. Can I still pay through you? If yes I will send you the image of the ticket and his license. Please get back to me ASAP.

Answer:

Yes, the admission of guilt fine can be paid at the Magistrates Court in question at any time prior to the court date. Since that court date is Wednesday, I strongly recommend that you get over to the Magistrates Court tomorrow. You will find the details of the Magistrates Court on the written notice to appear in court.

Best Regards,

Howard Dembovsky

Chairman – Justice Project South Africa (NPC)