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Section 21 — Power to require attendance of witnesses

As in force on 3 January 2023.

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21.Power to require attendance of witnesses

(1)In conducting an investigation under this Part, a police officer may issue a written order requiring anyone within the limits of Singapore, who appears to be acquainted with any of the facts and circumstances of the case, to attend before the police officer, and that person must attend as required.

(2)If that person fails to attend as required, the police officer may report the matter to a Magistrate who may then issue a warrant ordering the person to attend.