Beyond Prison: Alternative Sentencing in Singapore by Senthilkumaran Sabapathy | 2022

Beyond Prison: Alternative Sentencing in Singapore by Senthilkumaran Sabapathy | 2022

Over the past decade, alternative sentencing meaning criminal penalties other than imprisonment and fines has become an increasingly significant feature of Singapore’s criminal justice system.

In Singapore, these alternatives include:

1. Community-based sanctions, such as probation and community sentences, which aim to punish and rehabilitate offenders within the community; and
2. Reformative training, a custodial sentence designed to provide structured rehabilitation for young offenders.

This book examines the reasons and circumstances under which alternative sentences should be imposed, drawing on core sentencing theories and the legal principles established by the Singapore courts. It also reviews recent legislative changes and the latest case law relating to Singapore’s alternative sentencing framework, including its application to young offenders and individuals with mental disorders.

The book ends with a discussion on potential future developments in this important yet often underappreciated area of criminal practice. As the first publication devoted entirely to alternative sentencing in Singapore, it serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in criminal justice and sentencing, including students, legal practitioners, judges, and those seeking a deeper understanding of Singapore’s criminal justice system.

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