Stern Warnings In Singapore

Stern Warnings In Singapore

In light of the ambiguity surrounding the practice of stern warnings in Singapore, a media release early this year in February 2017 reported that the Singapore Police Force (SPF) issued stern warnings under the administration of the Attorney-General Chambers to four...
Civilian’s Arrest: Vigilantism or Actual Heroism?

Civilian’s Arrest: Vigilantism or Actual Heroism?

He appeared in the convenience store where you were doing your shopping. A menacing masked figure in black, brandishing a shotgun in his right hand. Instinctively, you shout, “You’re under citizen’s arrest!” and dramatically tackle the criminal to the floor while he...
Offences Relating to Unlawful Assembly and Rioting

Offences Relating to Unlawful Assembly and Rioting

The Little India riot which took place on 8 December 2013 is the most recent large-scale riot to happen in Singapore in over 40 years. The violence, destruction and criminality began after an accident which killed Indian national, Sakthivel Kumaravelu and which...
Smuggling of Contraband Goods in Singapore

Smuggling of Contraband Goods in Singapore

The importation of uncustomed goods (otherwise known as smuggling of contraband goods) is an offence under the Customs Act. While goods such as tobacco and alcohol are not illegal in Singapore, they attract significant duties and taxes. Bringing in these goods without...
Road Rage Singapore Law

Road Rage Singapore Law

Road Rage is can be a fairly common occurrence in Singapore, perhaps due to the large populace, and city environment, which can make driving all the more stressful. In January of 2017, an online interview by Channel NewsAsia revealed that out of the 800 respondents...
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