The postponement is due to Smith changing lawyers as well as giving the state time to disclose the final indictment.
Smith stands accused in his capacity as well as representative capacity for his company Euroblitz 48 Pty Ltd.
Smith faces charges of corruption for the alleged gratifications he received from BOSASA in the form of security upgrades to his Gauteng home and Smith’s further acceptance of cash transferred into his bank account via the bank account of his company.
In addition, he faces fraud charges for failing to disclose to parliament members’ interests the gratifications that he received from BOSASA, pursuant to the alleged corrupt activities with which he, Euroblitz and Angelo Agrizzi, are charged.
On July 8, the State applied for the separation of trials, which the court granted. This was motivated by the infringement of Smiths rights to a speedy trial, which was affected by Agrizzi’ absence in court due to ill health.
“Today the Investigating Directorate has informed the court of its plans to subpoena Angelo Agrizzi’s doctor to decide on whether Agrizzi can stand trial or not,” said Sindisiwe Seboka, spokesperson for the NPA Investigative Directorate.
Court confirms restraint order against Smith
