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The Penal Code 1871 is the main law that regulates criminal offences and punishments in Singapore. It contains definitions, exceptions, defences, rights of private defence, abetment, and other provisions related to criminal liability.
- Penal Code - Singapore Statutes Online
Every public servant who, being a citizen or a permanent...
- Penal Code - Singapore Statutes Online
The Penal Code 1871 is the main law that regulates criminal offences and punishments in Singapore. It contains definitions, exceptions, defences, rights of private defence, abetment, conspiracy, attempt, and other related provisions.
The Penal Code 1871 sets out general principles and penalties of criminal offences in Singapore. It is based on the Indian Penal Code and has been amended several times, including in 2007 to cover offences committed via electronic medium and to decriminalize anal and oral sex.
Download the PDF file of the Penal Code of Singapore, which contains the laws and definitions of criminal offences and punishments. The code covers topics such as general explanations, general exceptions, abetment, attempt, conspiracy, and more.
Feb 28, 2022 · 1. Amendments to the Penal Code and criminal provisions in other legislation will come into effect on 1 March 2022. They comprise the majority of amendments introduced through the Criminal Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) Act 2021 which was passed by Parliament on 13 September 2021. 2.
Dec 31, 2021 · The Penal Code is an Act to consolidate the law relating to criminal offences in Singapore. It covers the punishment of offences committed within or beyond Singapore, and the jurisdiction over public servants for offences outside Singapore.
Dec 27, 2019 · The amendments include new offences for sexual exploitation, doxxing, and child abuse material, as well as enhanced protection for vulnerable victims and repeal of marital immunity for rape. They will come into effect on 1 January 2020, except for some that will be operationalised later.
