Outrage of modesty is an offence under Section 354 of the Penal Code 1871 of Singapore (“PC”). The Penal Code does not specifically define the term “modesty,” therefore, factors such as the circumstances in which the incident happened and the victim’s beliefs and race, can be relevant factors in determining if his or her modesty…
Section 64 (1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 of Singapore (“RTA”) sets out the offence of reckless driving. In summary, it refers to any behaviour behind the wheel that is reckless or endangers public safety, including speeding, weaving between cars or ignoring traffic signals. Singapore imposes strict penalties on such offences to protect road…
Probate law governs the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate, ensuring that their debts are settled and their assets distributed according to their wishes or, in the absence of a will, in accordance with Singapore’s intestacy laws. Where an individual passes away with a will (testate) the application to Court is known as…
Crimes can include anything from minor offences such as certain Road Traffic Offences to more serious offences such as sexual offences, robbery, rioting, extortion, causing hurt or damage to public property, murder, and treason. White Collar crimes, on the other hand, could come in the form of fraud, criminal breach of trust, cheating and other…
The objective of an employment contract is to foster a positive working relationship and atmosphere between the employee and employer. Employment contracts specify the parameters controlling the relationship between an employer and an employee. If an employer does not have a comprehensive employment agreement in place, employers run the risk of recurrent employment disputes over…
In Singapore, harassment is defined as any kind of behaviour that causes alarm, apprehension or distress to an individual. Harassment generally encompasses a range of actions and is governed under numerous laws, including the Protection From Harassment Act (POHA) and the Penal Code. This article provides an overview of the POHA, highlighting key offences, associated…
Divorce is a legal process that officially terminates a marriage. In Singapore, this process is governed by the Women’s Charter which highlights the specific grounds and procedures for divorce. This article explores the recent introduction of Divorce by Mutual Agreement (DMA) into the Women’s Charter – a significant development that changes how divorce proceedings are…
Debt collection in Singapore is a regulated process designed to recover unpaid debts from individuals or businesses who have defaulted on their financial obligations. This process is aimed at ensuring that creditors can recover unpaid debts in a fair and ethical manner. The Singapore debt collection service industry is governed by laws such as the…
