Does one have to use the CSOS before seeking justice through the Court?

Whilst the registration of the community scheme is a statutory requirement, the CSOS dispute resolution service is an alternative to the Court system.

Whilst the registration of the community scheme is a statutory requirement, the CSOS dispute resolution service is an alternative to the Court system. Litigation is usually lengthy, very complex and very costly and thus not accessible to the average South African. As a general rule, an alternative dispute resolution service is designed to be fairly simple, less expensive and quicker. The CSOS resolves disputes through Conciliation and Adjudication at a fee of R50 and R100 respectively.