Article 11 of the Constitution of Singapore explained

Article 11 of the Constitution of the Republic of Singapore forbids ex post facto laws, cruel and unusual punishment, and double jeopardy.

Text of Article 11

Article 11 of the Constitution of the Republic of Singapore[1] states:

Where Double Jeopardy does not Apply

Double jeopardy does not apply in cases where a person is acquitted of criminal charges in a court of law, but faces disciplinary action from professional associations on the same set of facts.[2] [3]

Notes and References

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  2. https://www.sma.org.sg/UploadedImg/files/Publications%20-%20SMA%20News/4504/CMEP.pdf Fundamental Liberties in Disciplinary Inquiries: What Every Medical Practitioner Should Know
  3. https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=427385 Double Jeopardy and Abuse of Process in Professional Disciplinary Proceedings

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