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Deferred prosecution agreements - Justice delayed or justice denied?

More pieces of the puzzle must fall into place to create a holistic, coherent regime to fight corporate crime.

Published Mon, Feb 5, 2018 · 09:50 PM

    SINGAPORE is considering introducing deferred prosecution agreements (DPAs) as a prosecutorial tool in forthcoming amendments to its Criminal Procedure Code and Evidence Act. The move, announced in mid-January, represents a significant shift in Singapore's approach towards corporate wrongdoing, aligning the country more closely with current global trends.

    FEATURES OF DPAS

    DPAs are used in various jurisdictions and have the following common features:

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