By BARNABAS ZULU THE laws governing the forfeiture of properties suspected to be proceeds of crime are unconstitutional, according to Mr. Sean Tembo, the spokesperson for the Tonse Alliance and leader of the Patriots for Economic Progress (PEP). Mr. Tembo, speaking on Let the People Talk on Radio Phoenix yesterday, criticised the Economic and Financial Crimes Court for relying on these laws, arguing that they violate constitutional principles. “The law on the forfeiture of properties suspected to be proceeds of crime is based on mere suspicion, not in accordance with the constitutional requirements that one is guilty beyond reasonable doubt,” Mr. Tembo said. He expressed concerns that the current legal framework allows for property seizures without proper evidence of guilt, undermining the constitutional right to due process. He called for a shift towards fairness, emphasizing the need for the country to adopt a more just and transparent approach to governance and law enforcement. “So they […]
Non conviction forfeiture of proceeds law unconstitutional – Sean Tembo
