Facts
You will be arrested for being a member of an unlawful assembly
because you were together with your gang members, had knowledge
that a settlement talk was in progress and you were present at the
scene. In fact, you will be arrested as long as you and your
friends are together indulging in any unlawful activities. Such
activities are:
The situation becomes more serious if you or yours friends are
armed with weapons.
Punishments
Gangs are illegal in Singapore. According to the law, gangs are
called unlawful societies. Thus, anyone involved in gang
activities, is a member of an unlawful society.
Being a member of an unlawful society:
Imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 years; or
A fine not exceeding $5000; or both.
Being a member of an unlawful assembly:
Imprisonment for a term which may extend to 2 years; or
fine; or both.
Being a member of an unlawful assembly armed with
offensive weapon:
Imprisonment for a term which may extend to 5 years; or
fine; or caning; or with any combination of such
punishments.
Rioting:
Imprisonment for a term which may extend to 7 years;
and
caning.
Rioting with dangerous weapon:
Imprisonment for a term which may extend to 10 years;
and
caning.
Members of the public who are concerned that their children may
be involved in gang-related activities or have any information on
such activities can call the Police Hotline at
1800-255-0000.
