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Caught shoplifting in singapore

Asked May 1, 2007, 07:03 AM — 25 Answers
I was arrested for shoplifting in singapore .. Am on employment pass.. They have put me under offence 380 ch 244 and one more offence(misc.).. I was stelaing clothes worth $80 in one shop and in my bag unfortunately had 3 more clothes .. 2 with price tags of 225 $ each and one without tag.. But expensive skirt.. I told them skirt is a gift and the other two clothes I have shoplifted before getting caught.. What would be the consequences.. I have a clean record and first time offender.. And I am emotionaly disturbed because of living in an alien country for the first time all alone..would I lose my job.. Will I get jail term .. Will they tell my employer... How to avoid press.. I really would kill myself rather than office people knowing about it ... Am also in mid life crisis around 35.. What ar4e chances that I will just be fined and allowed to continue my job

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May 1, 2007, 07:16 AM
From some brief research, I would be prepared for some jail time.

Hospital for Tropical Diseases online shop: health products and travel products for tropical holidays, backpacking holidays or adventure travel.
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Travelers are advised that shoplifting and theft are considered serious offenses in Singapore. Foreigners visiting Singapore and transiting Changi airport have received jail sentences for such offenses. Shopping centers, including at Changi airport, maintain sophisticated surveillance and recording equipment to prevent shoplifting and minor theft.
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Even shoplifting is considered a rather serious offense in Singapore, with penalties that include lengthy prison time.
The High Commission of INDIA in Singapore
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Anybody found shoplifting is also liable to imprisonment or at the very least, fines from S$ 3000/- upwards.
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May 1, 2007, 07:22 AM
Thanks.. I have gone through entire internet on this... But the lawyer said I might just get away with fine..and they would not inform employer... Max jail sentence would be 1 month.. Just want to confirm if this is true..
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May 1, 2007, 07:23 AM
How much jail time are you expecting by the way..
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May 1, 2007, 07:42 AM


Hello g:

I'm sure your lawyer IN Singapore, who is familiar with LOCAL law, and the particulars of YOUR case, is in a much better position to tell you what to expect, than strangers on the internet would. Doncha think? I'd go with his advice.

However, didn't they cain that American dude bloody a few years ago? I think they did. I don't think they like American lawbreakers over there, and I think you're in a whole lotta trouble. Not only do I think your employer is going to find out, I think they're going to put you in a cell with Bubbette.

I also don't think they care much about your mental problems. Actually, maybe their insane asylums are worse than their jails. Nahhh, I don't think I would say anything about that.

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May 1, 2007, 07:49 AM
Thanks excon.. I do not know anyone in this strange place.. Lawyer assured me.. Still I am trying to find out myself as much as I can.. Life is screwed up for me.. Lawyer said.. Private companies don't have access to police records and I will just work here for another 6 months and move.. They have become slightly lenient over the years is anotehr thing people are telling me
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Aug 15, 2007, 10:20 PM
So what was the final verdict: were you allowed to carry on with your job? Could you enter again in Singapore after leaving the country?

I am asking all this as I have to sponsor EP for a lady who was convicted for sholifting a choclate worht $2.00 more than five years back. So I am not sure if that person will be allowed to enter in Singapore or not?
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Aug 15, 2007, 10:32 PM
I remember when this post was made.
I'm also curious of what the outcome was.
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Oct 22, 2007, 09:41 AM
I was nt charged because they thought am not a criminal.. I was left wih a warning.. Though am still frightened of the whole episode and live very very cautiously
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Dec 26, 2007, 05:24 AM
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i was nt charged because they thought am not a criminal.. I was left wih a warning.. Though am still frightened of the whole episode and live very very cautiously

I am going from the same period as yours. I do a theft of singapore $20 item. They released me on bail. My bail term of two weeks has been finished but they still doing investigation. This is my first offence. How much time they will take to make a decision? Please suggest me I am feeling that I am in big trouble. Please help me.
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