In Singapore Law, unlawful assembly is governed by Chapter 8 of the Penal code. An unlawful assembly is defined as “an assembly of 5 or more persons”. Section 141 – Unlawful Assembly An assembly of 5 or more persons is designated an “unlawful assembly”, if the common object of the persons composing that assembly is […]
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Are the offences of littering and jaywalking commonly policed? If yes, what is the punishment? Littering and Jaywalking are one of Singapore’s most common offences committed. However, we don’t often see the Police arresting people for such offences Littering is commonly policed. In 2012, 7,800 litterbugs were caught. First-time offenders who discard minor litter such
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Section 267A of the Penal Code Where 2 or more persons disturb the public peace by fighting in a public place, they are said to “commit an affray”. The offence of affray usually consists of a scuffle or tussle between 2 or more persons with the consequences of affecting public peace and tranquillity. The constant
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