Women's Charter (Family Violence and Other Matters) (Amendment) Bill

The Women’s Charter (Family Violence and Other Matters) (Amendment) Bill aims to enhance protections against family violence in Singapore. Key points include the introduction of a comprehensive framework for family violence protection, defining various forms of abuse, and empowering protectors and the courts to enforce protection orders. The bill also allows for emergency measures to be taken against imminent threats of violence and reinforces the need for consent regarding treatments for individuals with mental impairments. Additionally, it updates related provisions in other Acts to align with the new definitions and measures.