Singapore legislation

Clause 114

of Criminal Procedure Code Bill

Clause 114

Where person acquainted with facts of investigation intends to leave Singapore

(1)

Where a court is satisfied that any person who is acquainted with the subject matter of any investigation carried out under this Code intends to leave Singapore, the court may, having due regard to the circumstances of the person and on the application of the Public Prosecutor, by order require the person to remain in Singapore for such period as the court considers reasonable to facilitate the investigation.

(2)

The court may order due provision to be made for the maintenance of such person and for compensating him for his loss of time.