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Did you know an ordinary person can arrest someone in Singapore?

But here are the rules most don’t know. And yes! It’s possible that you could get charged if you do it wrong.

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This is what Singapore expects you to do if you witness a crime, so you don’t accidentally get in trouble too.

You don’t need to commit a serious crime to get arrested in Singapore.

Even getting into a fight or being accused of hurting someone can lead to an arrest — depending on how the offence is classified.

Here’s what many people don’t realise:
Some offences allow the police to arrest you immediately, without needing any court order. These include things like theft, drug use, or more serious assaults.

But for other cases, like defamation or minor scuffles, the police usually need to get a warrant first, unless they see it happening in front of them.

If you`re arrested, the police can use reasonable force to detain you. You can ask why you`re being arrested and who the officer is when it’s safe to do so. You may also be held for up to 48 hours during investigation.

You’re allowed to ask to call your family or a lawyer. But if the police think it could affect the case, they’re allowed to delay that.

And yes, you have the right to remain silent. But if you stay quiet too long, and only explain yourself later in court, the judge might not take it seriously.

If you or someone you care about has been arrested, don’t wait.
A good lawyer can protect your rights, guide the process, and help prevent things from getting worse.