The death penalty was not mentioned in the Constitution...

The death penalty was not mentioned in the Constitution suspended in 1973. The Criminal Law and Procedure Act No.67 of 1938, as amended in 1975, provides for a mandatory capital sentence for murder without extenuating circumstances. Treason carries a discretionary death sentence. All death sentences are automatically referred to the Court of Appeal. If the sentence is confirmed on appeal, the convicted person has the right to appeal to the King for mercy. The King is advised by the Committee on the Prerogative of Mercy (Justice Minister plus two other ministers and the Attorney General). If the King confirms the death sentence he is required to sign a warrant before execution is carried out.