Singapore legislation
Section 11
Section 11
No unnecessary restraint
(1)
A person who is arrested under this Part must not be subjected to more restraint than is necessary to prevent the person’s escape.
(2)
Handcuffs or any similar means of restraint may be used on the person arrested to prevent the person from —
(a)
inflicting any bodily self-injury or injury to others;
(b)
damaging any property;
(c)
creating any disturbance; or
(d)
escaping from custody.
(3)
The handcuffs or similar means of restraint must not be used on the person arrested for the purpose of punishment.