JJ Peters will undergo mental observation before his murder trial can proceed. This will be done to ensure he is fit to stand trial and understands the gravity of the crime he allegedly committed. Peters, once again, briefly appeared in the Nelspruit Regional Court on Monday January 30, when his legal team requested he undergoes mental assessment to determine if he is mentally sound before pleading.

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According to the prosecution team, Peters was supposed to plead guilty today as per their consultation with him and his legal team. However, the defence submitted this new application to the court. The matter was postponed to February 1 for a formal application to this effect.

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