Course details

This subject will cover specific provisions of the Penal Code of Singapore. The defences set out in the Penal Code will also be explored and covered. It will also examine offences under other statutes such as the Misuse of Drugs Act, Prevention of Corruption Act, Computer Misuse Act, Immigration Act and the Road Traffic Act. The statutes as well as the case law will be examined in some detail.

Objectives

This subject aims to equip students with knowledge and skills to:

  • Understand the criminal law of Singapore    
  • Identify elements of offences 

Course Outline

  • Murder
  • Culpable homicide
  • Non-fatal offences  
  • Sexual offences
  • Property offences
  • Offences under the Misuse of Drugs Act
  • Prevention of Corruption Act and Road Traffic Act. 

Updated on 23 August, 2016

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