Introduction
Singapore is currently in the process of amending its Penal
Code. Penal Codes represent one of the most critical forms of
legislation, covering the major points of criminal law in the
nation.
Being one of the essential elements of Singapore’s legal
system, the Singapore Penal Code was initially introduced in the
19th century; the Code is based around the Indian Penal Code and
has more recently received amendments in the 1970s and 1980s.
However, since this time, many changes have arisen, and the
world as a whole has become more understanding and the attitudes
towards certain crimes have changed. Examples of these offenses
include suicide and marital rape. Further to this, criminal law is
a broad topic with many aspects to discuss, and certain areas will
require additions and amendments.
