Family Justice Reform Bill

Explore the details of bill number 15/2023.

Summary written by AI (learn more)

The Family Justice Reform Bill aims to update and enhance the legislative framework governing family justice in Singapore. Key features include the following:

It amends the Family Justice Act 2014, Guardianship of Infants Act 1934, and Women's Charter 1961 to reform court processes, emphasizing alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation.
The Bill introduces stricter controls on the filing of applications in family disputes, enabling courts to dismiss applications deemed vexatious or without merit.
It establishes a detailed mechanism for enforcing maintenance orders, including new enforcement tools like attachment of earnings orders and community service mandates.
Amendments provide for the replacement of deceased parties in maintenance-related proceedings and clarify the court's authority to prevent asset disposal intended to defeat maintenance claims.
The Bill modernizes terminology within existing laws and establishes comprehensive regulations for family justice procedures, accommodating changes recommended by the Family Justice System Review Committee.

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Timeline

Bill introduced

The bill is formally presented in Parliament for consideration.

3 years ago

First reading

The bill's title and key objectives are read out, but no debate occurs at this stage.

3 years ago

Second reading

Members of Parliament debate the bill's general principles and overall merits.

3 years ago

Select committee

The bill is examined in detail by a select committee, which may suggest amendments.

3 years ago

Third reading

Members of Parliament debate the final version of the bill, including any amendments made.

3 years ago

Voting

The bill is voted on by the Members of Parliament and, if it receives the required majority, it becomes law. Do note that an exact vote may not be counted; the 'ayes' can simply be louder than the 'noes'.

3 years ago

Bill passed

The bill is passed and becomes law.

3 years ago

Family Justice Reform Bill

Explore the details of bill number 15/2023.

Summary written by AI (learn more)

The Family Justice Reform Bill aims to update and enhance the legislative framework governing family justice in Singapore. Key features include the following:

It amends the Family Justice Act 2014, Guardianship of Infants Act 1934, and Women's Charter 1961 to reform court processes, emphasizing alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation.
The Bill introduces stricter controls on the filing of applications in family disputes, enabling courts to dismiss applications deemed vexatious or without merit.
It establishes a detailed mechanism for enforcing maintenance orders, including new enforcement tools like attachment of earnings orders and community service mandates.
Amendments provide for the replacement of deceased parties in maintenance-related proceedings and clarify the court's authority to prevent asset disposal intended to defeat maintenance claims.
The Bill modernizes terminology within existing laws and establishes comprehensive regulations for family justice procedures, accommodating changes recommended by the Family Justice System Review Committee.

Original PDF

Timeline

Bill introduced

The bill is formally presented in Parliament for consideration.

3 years ago

First reading

The bill's title and key objectives are read out, but no debate occurs at this stage.

3 years ago

Second reading

Members of Parliament debate the bill's general principles and overall merits.

3 years ago

Select committee

The bill is examined in detail by a select committee, which may suggest amendments.

3 years ago

Third reading

Members of Parliament debate the final version of the bill, including any amendments made.

3 years ago

Voting

3 years ago

Bill passed

The bill is passed and becomes law.

3 years ago