The difference between a case struck off the roll and a withdrawn case.

In this Legal Junction segment, Mr. Pholoso Seakamela joins Lukho Mkwedi Phuthi to explain the difference between a case struck off the roll and a withdrawn case. A matter struck off the roll usually means it was removed from the court’s schedule and did not proceed that day, but it is not necessarily ended permanently. A withdrawn case, on the other hand, means the party—often the State in a criminal matter—has decided not to continue with the case at that stage. The discussion helps listeners understand that a struck-off matter may sometimes be re-enrolled later if the required steps are taken, while a withdrawn case may need to be started again if it is reintroduced. The segment gives practical legal clarity on courtroom procedures and how they affect both the accused and the complainant. Heart to Heart