The defence team representing EFF leader Julius Malema has argued that the case against him contains a fundamental flaw, claiming that the state has reverse-engineered charges to align with the evidence presented during the trial. Malema and his co-accused, Adriaan Snyman, are facing serious charges, but their legal representatives contend that the accusations have been manipulated to fit the facts as the trial has progressed.
According to the defence, the prosecution has altered the charges in response to the evidence, suggesting that the state is attempting to construct a case based on the evidence available, rather than a pre-established legal foundation. This, they argue, undermines the integrity of the case and raises concerns about the fairness of the trial process.
The defence’s argument centers on the notion that the state’s approach to the case is more reactive than proactive, adjusting the charges in a way that is not consistent with established legal procedures. By “reverse engineering” the charges, the defence claims that the prosecution is seeking to make the evidence fit the charges, rather than ensuring that the charges themselves are based on solid legal grounds.
The case, which has garnered significant public attention, continues to unfold, and the defence team is expected to challenge the prosecution’s approach in further legal proceedings. As the trial progresses, it remains to be seen whether the court will accept the defence’s arguments regarding the integrity of the charges against Malema and Snyman.
