Cybercrimes Act, 2020 · Section 26
Standard Operating Procedures
Section 26 requires standard operating procedures for the investigation of offences involving cybercrime-related articles.
What the section does
Section 26 provides for standard operating procedures relating to the investigation of offences involving an article as defined by the Act.
Key points
- The procedures are intended to regulate how relevant investigative powers are exercised.
- The Act requires the standard operating procedures and amendments to be published in the Gazette.
- The procedures operate alongside the statutory powers in Chapter 4.
What this means in practice
This section concerns investigative practice and procedure rather than creating an everyday offence for ordinary internet users.
Important
This page is an educational explanation of the Cybercrimes Act. It is not legal advice and does not replace the Act, regulations, court decisions or advice from a qualified legal professional.
Official source
Read the official Cybercrimes Act from the South African Department of Justice and Constitutional Development.
Cybercrimes Act, 2020 — official PDF