Singapore legislation

Section 29

of Vulnerable Adults Act 2018

Section 29

Search of arrested persons and power to seize offensive weapons

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(1)

The Director‑General or an authorised officer making an arrest under section 28 may exercise the powers under sections 78 and 79 of the Criminal Procedure Code 2010 as if he or she were a police officer.

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(2)

The Director‑General or an authorised officer searching any individual under this section must comply with section 83 of the Criminal Procedure Code 2010.

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