Last Change:
04/02/2025
Public Defenders Act
Year: 2022
Type: Domestic law
Rights Category: Liberty & security of person, Social protection
Link to external source:
https://sso.agc.gov.sg/Acts-Supp/23-2022/Published/20220830?DocDate=20220830
Description
Provides for the appointment of a Chief Public Defender and public defenders for legal representation of accused persons of limited means in certain criminal proceedings. The establishment of the PDO aims to enhance access to justice to vulnerable persons.