Is Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill still in force?

Yes — Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill is currently in force.

When did Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill take effect?

Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill was first recorded in 1972.

How many clauses does Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill have?

Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill contains 2 clauses.

Where can I read the official version of Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill?

The official text of Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill is published at sso.agc.gov.sg.

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Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill

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Type: Bill
Status: In force
Enacted: 1972
Sections: 2

Quick answer

About this bill

Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill is Singapore Bill, cited as Bill 45 1972, currently marked in force and first recorded in 1972.

Clause 1

Short title and commencement

This Act may be cited as the Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Act, 1972 and shall come into operation on such date as the Minister may, by notification in the Gazette, appoint.

Clause 2

New Section 15A

The Arms and Explosives Act is hereby amended by inserting immediately after section 15 thereof the following new section: —“Forfeiture of arms or explosives deposited with a licensing authority15A. Any arms or explosives deposited with a licensing authority in accordance with the provisions of this Act or any rules made thereunder or any other written law for the time being in force shall, if not claimed by its owner or owners within six months from the date of such deposit, be forfeited to the Government.”.

Common questions

What is Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill?: Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill is Singapore Bill, cited as Bill 45 1972, currently marked in force and first recorded in 1972.
Is Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill still in force?: Yes — Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill is currently in force.
When did Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill take effect?: Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill was first recorded in 1972.
How many clauses does Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill have?: Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill contains 2 clauses.
Where can I read the official version of Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill?: The official text of Arms and Explosives (Amendment) Bill is published at sso.agc.gov.sg.