Is Penal Code (Amendment) Bill still in force?

Yes — Penal Code (Amendment) Bill is currently in force.

When did Penal Code (Amendment) Bill take effect?

Penal Code (Amendment) Bill was first recorded in 2022.

How many clauses does Penal Code (Amendment) Bill have?

Penal Code (Amendment) Bill contains 4 clauses.

Where can I read the official version of Penal Code (Amendment) Bill?

The official text of Penal Code (Amendment) Bill is published at sso.agc.gov.sg.

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Penal Code (Amendment) Bill

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Type: Bill
Status: In force
Enacted: 2022
Sections: 4

Quick answer

About this bill

Penal Code (Amendment) Bill is Singapore Bill, cited as Bill 31 2022, currently marked in force and first recorded in 2022.

Clause 1

Short title

This Act is the Penal Code (Amendment) Act 2022.

Clause 2

Repeal of section 377A

Section 377A of the Penal Code 1871 is repealed.

Clause 3

Consequential amendments

The provisions of the Acts specified in the first column of the Schedule are amended in the manner set out in the second column of the Schedule.

Clause 4

Saving provision

Despite the provisions of this Act, section 425A of the Criminal Procedure Code 2010 continues to apply in relation to an offence under section 377A of the Penal Code 1871 committed before the date of commencement of this Act.

Common questions

What is Penal Code (Amendment) Bill?: Penal Code (Amendment) Bill is Singapore Bill, cited as Bill 31 2022, currently marked in force and first recorded in 2022.
Is Penal Code (Amendment) Bill still in force?: Yes — Penal Code (Amendment) Bill is currently in force.
When did Penal Code (Amendment) Bill take effect?: Penal Code (Amendment) Bill was first recorded in 2022.
How many clauses does Penal Code (Amendment) Bill have?: Penal Code (Amendment) Bill contains 4 clauses.
Where can I read the official version of Penal Code (Amendment) Bill?: The official text of Penal Code (Amendment) Bill is published at sso.agc.gov.sg.