Courts of Singapore
A compact common-law structure with the Court of Appeal at the top, the High Court below it, and State Courts for most everyday cases. A separate Syariah Court handles Muslim family law.
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Supreme Court and State Courts
Court of AppealFinal court since appeals to the Privy Council ended in 1994
High CourtAppellate Division and General Division
State CourtsMost civil and criminal cases begin here
Specialised
Syariah CourtMuslim family law
Worth knowing
- The Singapore International Commercial Court is part of the High Court and hears cross-border commercial disputes.
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