Can I refuse to give a statement to the police Singapore?

Can I refuse to give a statement to the police Singapore?

You are required to tell the truth, but you do not have to say anything which might expose you to a criminal charge. If you have any defence that shows you are innocent, you should tell the Police and make sure this is written in your statement.

Can Singapore police enter your house?

Under various sections in the Criminal Procedure Code, the police can enter and search any place without a warrant, in order to arrest an individual who may have committed an arrestable offence, or to arrest someone who is at risk of escaping during the delay in obtaining a warrant, among other reasons.

Can you refuse to give a police statement?

You may decide you do not wish to continue with a complaint and would like the police to cease their investigation. If you decide this before giving a witness statement you can refuse to give one.

What are the rights a cop has to say?

The typical warning states: You have the right to remain silent and refuse to answer questions. Anything you say may be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to consult an attorney before speaking to the police and to have an attorney present during questioning now or in the future.

What is a non arrestable Offence?

If the alleged offence appears to be non-arrestable, this does not mean that the police cannot arrest the alleged offender. Rather, it means that the police will need a warrant before they can make the arrest. This is because the police cannot make an arrest without a warrant.

Who is safe distancing enforcement?

1 Safe Distancing Enforcement Officers (EOs) are empowered under the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act and Infectious Diseases Act to enter premises, including residential homes, shops, food and beverage establishments and offices without a warrant to check for possible COVID-19-related infringements.

Can I refuse a police interview?

You can refuse to partake as it’s a ‘voluntary’ interview, however, a refusal to attend could prompt the police to arrest you, where you will need to give a “standard interview” in custody. It’s important to note that you are entitled to independent legal advice whether you are giving a standard or voluntary interview.

When can the police arrest you without a warrant in Singapore?

In Singapore, an arrest can be made without a warrant in a situation wherein the police reasonably suspect someone of committing a criminal offence. Alternatively, the police may obtain a warrant to make an arrest for a normally non-arrestable offence.

What is an arrestable offence in Singapore?

In Singapore, some offences are arrestable in nature, i.e. an arrest can be made without the need for a warrant when the police officer reasonably suspects a man of committing a serious offence. Such offences include rape, robbery, theft, drug consumption or causing serious hurt.

Do you have a right to a lawyer in Singapore?

However, your right to a lawyer in Singapore is generally understood not to kick in until after the police have finished interrogating you (as mentioned above). Furthermore, the police are under no obligation to inform you of your privilege against self-incrimination and therefore they don’t.

Can suspects in Singapore get legal counsel before or during questioning?

However, as suspects are not permitted access to legal counsel before or during questioning by the police in Singapore, it is necessary for everyone to familiarise themselves with the law in this area, in case they are ever arrested and questioned by the police.