Discuss this Statement in Relation to the Ambit of the Fundamental Rights of a Citizen: Introduction to Law and Criminal Law Assignment, TP, Singapore

1.Liberty of the person

  9.—(1)  No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty save in accordance with law.

(3)  Where a person is arrested, he shall be informed as soon as may be of the grounds of his arrest and shall be allowed to consult and be defended by a legal practitioner of his choice.

(4)  Where a person is arrested and not released, he shall, without unreasonable delay, and in any case within 48 hours (excluding the time of any necessary journey), be produced before a Magistrate, in person or by way of a video-conferencing link (or other similar technology) in accordance with law, and shall not be further detained in custody without the Magistrate’s authority.

[9/2010 wef 01/07/2010]

2.Discuss this statement in relation to the ambit of the fundamental rights of a citizen. What are the avenues available to the individuals to protect themselves? You are encouraged to make reference to decided cases and you may refer to work experiences or even create hypothetical situations.All references must be indicated (*see below on how to cite). You do not have to attach any case laws or any other documents.