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Receiving Stolen Property in Singapore – FAQs

Receiving Stolen Property in Singapore – FAQs

What is a “Stolen Property” under Criminal Law? The explanation of stolen property is provided under section 410 of the Penal Code. Stolen property is such property, the possession of which is gained through: a) Theft b) Extortion c) Robbery d) Criminal...
Voyeurism in Singapore – FAQs

Voyeurism in Singapore – FAQs

Is the Gender of the Victim relevant for a Person to be Charged with Voyeurism? A person suspected of voyeurism could previously only be prosecuted for insulting a woman’s modesty under section 509 of the Penal Code. If the victim was a man, the accused could...
Criminal Breach of Trust in Singapore

Criminal Breach of Trust in Singapore

Introduction The phrase “criminal breach of trust” may appear sophisticated and intimidating to many common people. A criminal breach of trust generally entails the misappropriation of finances or property, although it can encompass a wide range of...
Criminal Force in Singapore

Criminal Force in Singapore

Introduction Hearing about instances of people performing violent acts resulting in injuries to another person is unfortunate but pretty common. The term “assault” comes to mind when hearing about such instances. The term ”criminal force” is often misunderstood as the...
Theft in Singapore under Penal Code 1871

Theft in Singapore under Penal Code 1871

Introduction A person strolling in a park on their day off from work might come home and realize that their mobile phone is missing. Thinking about their time in the park, they realize that their mobile phone was taken by another person when they had kept it on the...