The District Courts can generally handle offences where the maximum sentence is 10 years imprisonment or a fine. The District Courts can generally impose a maximum imprisonment term of 7 years, a maximum fine of more than $10,000 and a maximum number of 12 strokes of the can. …
What are the Magistrates’ Courts?
The Magistrates' Courts can handle offences where the maximum sentence is 3 imprisonments or a fine. The Magistrates' Courts can impose a maximum imprisonment term of 2 years or a maximum fine of $10,000. …
CCMS Meetings – Discussing Mitigatory Factors
If you’re involved in a criminal case in Singapore and your Criminal Defence Lawyer is attending a Criminal Case Management Scheme (CCMS) meeting on your behalf, your lawyer can highlight the Mitigatory Factors in your case for the Prosecution to consider and in support of your request for a …
CCMS Meetings – Asking for a specific outcome
If you’re involved in a criminal case in Singapore and your Criminal Defence Lawyer is attending a Criminal Case Management Scheme (CCMS) meeting on your behalf, your lawyer can ask the Prosecution to consider making specific decisions, such as:Withdrawing the charge and giving you a warning …
Criminal Case Management Scheme (CCMS) Meetings – What is a CCMS meeting?
If you’re involved in a criminal case in Singapore and you’re represented by a Criminal Defence Lawyer, you can ask your lawyer to request for a Criminal Case Management Scheme (CCMS) meeting. Here’s some information on what a CCMS meeting involves:The CCMS meeting takes place between your …
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Shoplifting Offence in Singapore – Examples of Mitigating Factors
If you’re involved in a shoplifting offence in Singapore, this may relate to a criminal offence under Section 380 of the Penal Code in Singapore which can be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 7 years and also a fine.Your chances of asking the authorities to give you a …
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