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Official Secrets Act 1935: High Court sets new sentencing framework
In Tran Thi Tien v Public Prosecutor [2026] SGHC 80, the Honourable Justice Mavis Chionh laid down a new sentencing framework for offences under Section 5(2) of the Official Secrets Act ("OSA"), punishable under Section 17(2) of the OSA. This is for the offence of receiving information while knowing or having reasonable grounds to believe, at the time of receipt, that it had been communicated in contravention of the OSA.
Apr 124 min read


I just caused an accident while drink driving. Will I definitely go to jail?
Two High Court judgments in 2024 suggest that the conventional wisdom that a jail sentence is the norm for drink drivers who cause an accident may not actually hold true.
Jul 5, 20253 min read


What is an "exploitative sexual relationship" and why is this important?
In 2019, the Criminal Law Reform Bill introduced amendments to the Penal Code 1871. This included amendments to the provisions relating...
May 20, 20252 min read


CNA Daily Cuts - Explainer: What are the legal options for victims of deepfake porn?
What legal options are available to victims of deepfake harassment, do they need a lawyer and are there any gaps in the current legislation?
Nov 20, 20241 min read


S Iswaran, Section 165 of the Penal Code and corruption within the Singapore civil service
The corruption case against Singapore's former transport minister S Iswaran ran from 2023-2024. It resulted in two significant judgments.
Oct 3, 20242 min read
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