November 21, 2023
Maintenance refers to a form of monetary support for wives, children, and/or incapacitated husbands. Generally, maintenance is to be paid during and post-marriage
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November 15, 2023
Maintenance refers to a form of monetary support for wives, children, and/or incapacitated husbands. Generally, maintenance is to be paid during and post-marriage
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February 10, 2023
If you’re a Singaporean woman, it is important to understand the rights that you have under the Women’s Charter. This law, which was first enacted in 1961, provides legal protection for women and children in Singapore.
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February 10, 2023
Tampering with, or destroying evidence during a criminal investigation in Singapore is a serious matter, as it can undermine the integrity of the legal system, and impede the administration of justice.
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February 10, 2023
The consequences of wasting the court’s time and resources affect not only lawyers but also our clients. Therefore, it’s important to know what some of these actions are and why they should be avoided.
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November 22, 2022
The parties must agree that the marriage has irretrievably broken down, and they want a divorce. DMA is not new ground for divorce. It is simply another option to prove an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage, which remains the only ground for divorce in Singapore.
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November 22, 2022
Depending on the crime, and whether its an arrestable offence or not, there are usually four steps that begin right when the first information report is filed.
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September 12, 2022
Rather than resorting to a divorce, there are alternative modes of separation in the event the marriage goes sour. Knowing all the legal options is extremely vital depending on the situation of your marriage.
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September 12, 2022
If someone threatens to inflict bodily injury, property damage, or damage to your reputation, such a threat may amount to criminal intimidation.
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September 12, 2022
A compensation order allows you or your representative to recover compensation without having to sue for it. This is especially useful in cases where suing might be an inadequate or impractical course of action.
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July 13, 2022
Defamation occurs when someone publishes a statement that diminishes the subject’s standing in the eyes of third parties.
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June 28, 2022
Sham marriages are also known as marriages of convenience, meant to skirt around legal loopholes.
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May 2, 2022
Writing a will ensures your assets are allocated specifically to where you want them to. We’ll show you how to get started here.
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March 8, 2022
In this article, we will explain what a legal guardian is, and what to expect during the application process.
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March 8, 2022
Can a child get arrested for a crime or go to jail in Singapore? We’ll clarify these questions in this article.
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January 9, 2022
What makes an offence arrestable? How bad must an act get before it’s deemed worthy of an arrest warrant? We’ll explain what the difference is, and who makes the decisions.
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January 9, 2022
Criminal Law,Cybercrime Laws,Domestic Violence,Expat Law,Family Law,Juvenile,Legal Advice,Molest,Sex Crimes
Sexual harassment is defined as the making of unwanted sexual advances towards others. We will explain what this means in legal terms based on the POHA.
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November 23, 2021
A Mandatory Counselling Order is possible in certain challenging legal cases. We’ll explain how it works and what you can do if you receive one.
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November 23, 2021
Besides checking for casualties and gathering contact details and evidence, you should also remember these.
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October 4, 2021
Do you know what’s the difference between a prenuptial and postnuptial agreement between couples in Singapore? We’ll explain what they are in this article.
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October 4, 2021
Entrapment is an act that usually features on the plot of crime drama films but just how legal is it? We’ll explain here.
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August 3, 2021
What are the pre-conditions required for a divorce application to proceed in Singapore? We’ll explain in this article.
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August 3, 2021
For a divorce to proceed, one of factors that need to be proven is separation. We’ll explain how that is done.
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June 14, 2021
Did you know that a Maintenance Order isn’t just for marriages but also for elderly parents? We’ll explain how it works.
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June 14, 2021
Child Abuse,Criminal Law,Expat Law,Family Law,Guide to Sexual Offences,Juvenile,Legal Advice,Molest,Sex Crimes
Looking for more information about the laws on sexual assault in Singapore? Here’s an overview as of June 2021.
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April 26, 2021
Child Abuse,Criminal Law,Domestic Violence,Expat Law,Family Law,Guide to Sexual Offences,Juvenile,Legal Advice,Sex Crimes
In part 6 of our guide to sexual offences in Singapore, we will explain what child abuse materials consist of, as well as signs that indicate an exploitative relationship.
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April 26, 2021
Child Abuse,Criminal Law,Divorce Law,Domestic Violence,Family Law,Guide to Sexual Offences,Legal Advice,Molest,Sex Crimes
In part 5 of our guide to sexual offences in Singapore, we will explain how the new laws define voyeuristic materials.
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February 27, 2021
In the 4th part of our guide to sexual offences in Singapore, we explain what ‘outrage of modesty’ means, and the new laws against voyeurism.
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February 27, 2021
In part 3 of our guide to sexual offences in Singapore, we’ll explain how the new laws to protect against sex tourism.
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January 24, 2021
Child Abuse,Criminal Law,Domestic Violence,Expat Law,Family Law,Guide to Sexual Offences,Juvenile,Legal Advice,Molest,Sex Crimes
How does the Act 15 of 2019 protect minors in Singapore from sexual grooming? We’ll explain how.
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January 24, 2021
What are sexual offences and what is considered appropriate and what isn’t? Let us explain using the law.
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December 14, 2020
There has been an increase in family and spousal violence in 2020. What can we do if we witness an incident?
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December 14, 2020
Maid abuse has been a common issue in Singapore. What exactly is the difference between scolding and abuse?
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October 19, 2020
Apply to enforce the maintenance order. We’ll explain in this article what it is, and how you can do it.
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October 19, 2020
How do you change your name in Singapore? We’ll explain the process and what you’ll need to know.
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September 7, 2020
A simple explainer on what you need to know about child custody in Singapore’s courts.
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September 7, 2020
The Road Traffic (Amendment) Act 2019 took effect in 2020. What are the new changes you can expect?
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July 27, 2020
We explain what will happen if the police keep your passport, or you refuse to surrender yours.
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July 27, 2020
Singapore’s new anti-money laundering law implemented to fight money laundering and terrorism financing is also meant to protect consumers.
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June 22, 2020
You may file for divorce on the grounds of unreasonable behaviour from your spouse. What does this mean?
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June 22, 2020
What if you want to file for divorce but you can’t seem to reach your spouse? Here’s what you need to know.
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May 22, 2020
If you have made up your mind to file for divorce as a foreigner in Singapore, here’s what you need to know.
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April 17, 2020
Looking for a new beginning? Here’s what you need to know about filing for divorce in Singapore.
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March 13, 2020
Providing false information in your Singapore PR application is an offence and will be dealt with firmly.
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March 13, 2020
Lying to the authorities in Singapore is an offence. Here are the different types of offences.
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March 13, 2020
Human trafficking is a serious global problem so here’s what you should know.
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February 12, 2020
How do you get a Conditional Remission Order or CRO in Singapore? Let us explain.
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January 15, 2020
A quick guide on what a Warrant of Arrest in Singapore is, and what you should do if you’re issued with one.
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January 15, 2020
You have heard of criminal records but do you really know what’s inside it?
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December 19, 2019
Here are the new amendments to the Road Traffic Act starting November 2019.
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November 6, 2019
Do you have a right to remain silent should you get arrested in Singapore, like in American movies? We’ll explain how it works.
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November 6, 2019
Is rioting specifically an offence in Singapore’s Penal Code? What exactly constitutes a riot?
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November 6, 2019
What is private defence, or self-defence as it’s commonly known? We try to explain what it means in a legal context in Singapore.
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October 7, 2019
In the final part of our explanation on the Extradition Act, we detail the process of extradition to Singapore.
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October 7, 2019
In the second part of our explanation on the Extradition Act, we look at what happens when there is no treaty or arrangement.
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October 7, 2019
What is the Extradition Act and how does it work in Singapore? Here is Part 1 of our explanation.
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August 30, 2019
What is a Personal Protection Order (PPO)? And what is required for you to get it?
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August 30, 2019
Shaken Baby Syndrome is child abuse that is considered a form of family violence.
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August 30, 2019
What is an acquittal? What other forms of acquittal are there, and how can you get one?
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August 4, 2019
We look at what is a Maintenance Order and what do you need to know about them, and how to get one.
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August 4, 2019
What does a Writ for nullity of marriage refer to? And how can you get one?
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August 4, 2019
Can death caused by careless driving also be considered manslaughter? Here are some explanations.
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July 19, 2019
To conclude our series on Criminal Law definitions, we look at the remaining general defences.
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July 12, 2019
In Part 4 of our Criminal Law series, we take a look at some of the general defences.
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July 5, 2019
In Part 3, we find out what the different kinds of intent are in Criminal Law.
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June 20, 2019
Due to a proliferation in irresponsible and reckless driving, authorities in Singapore are now taking a firmer stand against traffic violations.
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May 11, 2019
A basic guide on what you need to know about Singapore’s new laws on Doxxing.
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April 1, 2019
The recent changes to criminal laws in Singapore will include more protection for children from online sexual predators.
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April 1, 2019
Do you know what is the difference between a divorce and annulment? Let us explain.
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March 16, 2019
In June 2016, Criminal Lawyer Amarjit Singh Sidhu sought a lighter sentence for his client who was accused of fraud that could lead to a 15-year jail term.
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March 10, 2019
In this case, Criminal Lawyer Amarjit Singh Sidhu defended the accused and sought a lighter term for him.
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February 28, 2019
Following the massive backlash after the #metoo movement, one of the biggest problems men have faced is understand what exactly constitutes sexual consent. Here’s a guide to help you understand it better.
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February 28, 2019
Wounding religious and racial feelings can be found in Section 298 of the Penal Code. What are the important points you need to know?
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February 10, 2019
What constitutes negligent driving? How do you stay out of trouble on Singapore’s roads?
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February 8, 2019
What exactly constitutes assault and what are the punishments for assault offences under Singapore law?
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January 13, 2019
What does it mean to be detained at the President’s Pleasure (TPP)? Here’s a quick explainer.
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January 11, 2019
What is a Court Martial? Or a Summary Trial? This article is a simple guide to terms used in Military law.
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January 1, 2019
Amarjit Sidhu Law has been featured in the press multiple times over the years. Here are some of our more publicised cases.
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December 30, 2018
What you should know regarding the maintenance of spouse and children in Singapore.
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December 28, 2018
What is probation? Who is eligible for it? What happens after? Some of these questions will be answered here.
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December 26, 2018
What is family violence and who can apply for a Personal Protection Order (PPO)? Read on to find out.
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December 24, 2018
As an expatriate in Singapore, here’s a simple guide for you to understand the country’s laws.
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December 6, 2018
Have you ever wondered what bail is, and how do you qualify for one? Read on to find out.
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December 6, 2018
What does an arrest mean? Can you be arrested by a civilian? What happens after? Read on to find out.
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October 30, 2018
What do you need to know if you want to file for a divorce on the grounds of adultery? Read on to find out.
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June 23, 2018
Maid abuse can result in some serious punishments. What can you do if you are being accused of maid abuse in Singapore? Read on to find out.
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June 16, 2018
As an expatriate living in Singapore, there are plenty of laws you need to know. Here are a list of common expat crimes and what may happen to offenders.
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