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SINGAPORE: The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) on Monday (Feb 17) warned the public against making unfounded allegations against the judiciary after Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh was fined for lying to a parliamentary committee.
“While we respect the public’s right to comment on court decisions, members of the public should refrain from making baseless claims against the judiciary or prosecution,” the AGC said in a statement, adding that there have been online comments following the court’s judgment in Singh’s case.
AGC said intentionally publishing comments with unfounded allegations and making suggestions of partiality about the judiciary may constitute contempt of court under the Administration of Justice (Protection) Act 2016.
“There have been several cases in the past where prominent political figures have been prosecuted, including a recent case involving a former minister.
“The prosecution takes its mission to uphold the rule of law seriously, regardless of an accused person’s status or position,” it added.
AGC urged the public to engage in “constructive discussions” while respecting the legal process and the principles of justice that underpin the nation.
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SINGAPORE: The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) on Monday (Feb 17) warned the public against making unfounded allegations against the judiciary after Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh was fined for lying to a parliamentary committee.
“While we respect the public’s right to comment on court decisions, members of the public should refrain from making baseless claims against the judiciary or prosecution,” the AGC said in a statement, adding that there have been online comments following the court’s judgment in Singh’s case.
AGC said intentionally publishing comments with unfounded allegations and making suggestions of partiality about the judiciary may constitute contempt of court under the Administration of Justice (Protection) Act 2016.
“There have been several cases in the past where prominent political figures have been prosecuted, including a recent case involving a former minister.
“The prosecution takes its mission to uphold the rule of law seriously, regardless of an accused person’s status or position,” it added.
AGC urged the public to engage in “constructive discussions” while respecting the legal process and the principles of justice that underpin the nation.
Source: CNA/zl(mi)
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