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What Is The Bail Process In Criminal Proceedings in Singapore?

Bail is known as the temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial or a hearing, usually on the condition that a sum of money is lodged to guarantee their appearance in court.

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What Is A Mitigation Plea In Criminal Proceedings In Singapore?

After conviction and before a sentence is passed, a person who pleads guilty or has been found guilty will be entitled to make a mitigation plea. A mitigation plea is a written or oral statement that presents relevant factors that could positively assist the accused in his or her sentencing, and

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What Should You Do If You Are Being Investigated For A Criminal Matter In Singapore?

If you have been arrested, or have just been informed by the police, or other law enforcement agency that you are a suspect in a criminal investigation, you should familiarize yourself with the investigative process, and learn how to protect yourself by knowing your rights in Singapore.

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The Plead Guilty Process: How A Lawyer Can Assist You In Criminal Proceedings In Singapore

When you choose to plead guilty to a criminal charge in Singapore, you are unconditionally admitting to committing the offence stated in the charge put forth against you.

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Why Is There A Difference In The Application Process For A Grant Of Letters Of Administration If There Are Minor Beneficiaries?

Generally, the application process is easier when no minor beneficiaries are involved, requiring only one administrator, and no need for any sureties to the estate. When minor beneficiaries are involved, the Singapore Court needs to protect the interests of the minors, and the application for a

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Can You Apply For A Grant Of Probate In Singapore If The Original Will Is Lost?

The short answer to this is: Yes, it is still possible to make an application for a Grant of Probate of a copy of the Will but whether the application is successful or not depends on the circumstances of why the Will cannot be found.

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What Are The Roles And Duties Of Executors In Singapore?

If you have consented to be the executor, or one of the executors of a Will, you will need to know what your role and duties are. Being an executor of a Will comes with its fair share of responsibilities. After the passing of the deceased, the Will has to be executed in a timely manner, according to

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The Complete Guide To Resealing A Malaysian Grant Of Probate Or Letters Of Administration In Singapore

You can’t use a Malaysian Grant of Probate / Letters of Administration to directly administer the deceased person’s assets in Singapore. If the personal representative wants to administer the deceased person’s assets in Singapore, he/she will have to either reseal the Malaysian Grant of Probate /

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How To Transfer Car Ownership After Someone Passes Away In Singapore

When people pass away, they usually leave behind various assets such as monies in their bank accounts, insurance policies, physical property and motor vehicle(s). If your loved one has passed away leaving behind his/her motor vehicle that was registered under his/her name, you may wonder what is

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How Are Your Assets Divided When You Get Divorced In Singapore?

When it comes to the division of assets upon the dissolution of the marriage between divorcing parties, the Court will first have to consider which assets are included under the pool of “matrimonial assets”, and second, how these matrimonial assets should be divided upon the completion of the

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All You Need To Know About Personal Protection Orders In Singapore

A Personal Protection Order (PPO) is an order by the court to protect a person who is being subjected to family violence by a family member.

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Are The Monies In CPF Accounts Considered Matrimonial Assets In Singapore?

In the event of a divorce, CPF monies may be considered as matrimonial assets. Even though your ex-spouse is not automatically entitled to your CPF monies just because you were married, the court may order a share of your CPF monies to be given to him/her, or order a a share of his/her CPF monies to

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