Singapore legislation

Section 130

of Bankruptcy Act

Section 130

Disqualification of bankrupt

(1)

In addition to any disqualification under any other written law, a bankrupt shall be disqualified from being appointed or acting as a trustee or personal representative in respect of any trust, estate or settlement, except with leave of the court.

(2)

Any disqualification to which a bankrupt is subject under this section shall cease when —

(a)

the bankruptcy order against him is annulled or rescinded; or

(b)

he is discharged under Part VIII.

(3)

Any person who acts as a trustee or personal representative while he is disqualified by virtue of subsection (1) shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 12 months or to both.