The constitutionally bound dead hand? The impact of constitutional rights and principles on freedom of testation in South African law

Loading...
Thumbnail Image

Date

2001

Journal Title

Journal ISSN

Volume Title

Publisher

Juta

Abstract

This article analyses critically the impact of constitutionalism on freedom of testation and its limitation in South African law. It proposes the judicial utilisation of a 'constitutionally-founded boni mores criterion' in addressing particularly testamentary forfeiture clauses and charitable testamentary bequests.

Description

Keywords

Freedom of testation, Constitutionalism, Public policy, Bill of Rights, Equality, Non-discrimination

Citation

Du Toit, F. (2001). The constitutionally bound dead hand? The impact of constitutional rights and principles on freedom of testation in South African law. Stellenbosch Law Review, 2001 (2): 222-257