Offence of scandalizing the court in Singapore
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title:
Offence of scandalizing the court in Singapore
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In Singapore, the offence of scandalizing the court is committed when a person performs any act or publishes any writing that is calculated to bring a court or a judge of the court into contempt, or to lower his authority. An act or statement that alleges bias, lack of impartiality, impropriety or any wrongdoing concerning a judge in the exercise of his judicial function falls within the offence. The High Court and the Court of Appeal are empowered by section 7(1) of the Supreme Court of Judicat
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Crime in Singapore
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Offence_of_scandalizing_the_court_in_Singapore
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2023-03-22T13:48:49Z
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