DA files papers to have Zuma’s medical parole reviewed
Note to Editors: Please find attached soundbite by DA Federal Leader, John Steenhuisen MP, pictures here, here, here and here and a video here.
I have today applied to the Gauteng High Court to review and set aside Correctional Services Commissioner Arthur Fraser’s decision to place Former President Jacob Zuma on medical parole.
I believe the decision is unlawful for at least two reasons.
First, it was taken against the recommendation of the Medical Parole Advisory Board not to grant medical parole to Mr. Zuma.
Second, it was taken for an ulterior purpose not permitted by section 79 of the Correctional Services Act and Regulations (which govern the granting of medical parole), and not rationally connected to the purpose of medical parole or the information before the Commissioner.