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Legal short term terminology in Singapore: - Bigiron - 16-06-2025
Legal short term terminology in Singapore:
AMPC*: Application for Maintenance Pending Court Proceedings (used in family law cases)
Ancillary Matters*: Issues related to divorce proceedings, such as division of assets and custody of children
SOC*: Statement of Claim
SOF*: Statement of Facts
PG* : plea guilty
PB* : plea bargain
NLP*: No lawyer present
HC*: High Court
HCJ*: High Court Judge
DJ*: District Judge
ICO*: Interim Court Order
NTU*: Notice to Show Cause (used in bankruptcy cases)
IO Investigating Officer – police or CPIB officer involved
DPP Deputy Public Prosecutor – government lawyer
LA Legal Aid – used when a person is represented under legal aid
Accused / AC Accused person – defendant in a criminal case
PC Police Constable – witness or reporting officer
CW Court Witness – witness giving evidence
PW Prosecution Witness
DW Defence Witness
X-exam Cross-examination – questioning the opposing witness
PTO Prosecution to Object – used when DPP intends to challenge something
NFA No Further Action – prosecution decides not to pursue case
Adj Adjournment – court delays or reschedules hearing
Rem Remand – accused held in custody by court order
Bail Used directly, e.g., "Bail extended" or "Bail revoked"
Mentions A procedural hearing date – no trial or evidence yet
Trial Full hearing where evidence and witnesses are heard
C/C Charge Sheet or Case Number
MIT Mitigation Plea – what defence lawyer says to reduce sentence
S/N Sentence – often used in sentencing remarks
No case to answer Defence argues the prosecution’s evidence is insufficient
SGD Singapore Dollars – in fines, damages or bail setting
SIC Stated in Charge – refers to the official charge wording
RE: Legal short term terminology in Singapore: - Bigiron - 16-06-2025
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RE: Legal short term terminology in Singapore: - Bigiron - 16-06-2025
If you got anything more in legal terms use in Sg court kindly contribute
RE: Legal short term terminology in Singapore: - Everything Everywhere - 16-06-2025
STYPD - sue till your pants drop.
RE: Legal short term terminology in Singapore: - Bigiron - 16-06-2025
A gag order is a legal directive issued by a court that restricts parties, lawyers, witnesses, or the media from publicly discussing certain aspects of a case.
In Singapore:
A gag order is most often used in cases involving:
Sexual offences: To protect the identity of victims (especially minors).
Ongoing investigations or trials: To ensure a fair trial and prevent prejudice.
Sensitive matters: Such as national security or personal data.
Key Points:
Issued by: The judge or court.
Binds: Those named in the order (e.g., accused, lawyers, media).
Violation: Can lead to contempt of court, fines, or imprisonment.
Example use: "A gag order was issued to prevent the media from naming the victim."
RE: Legal short term terminology in Singapore: - Bigiron - 16-06-2025
(16-06-2025, 09:28 PM)Everything Everywhere Wrote: STYPD - sue till your pants drop.
