SocietySingapore proposes jail or reformative training as default sentences for young scam offenders

Singapore is proposing new laws that would make jail or reformative training the default punishment for young scam offenders, reinforcing the government's strong deterrent stance. The bill responds to a September High Court ruling allowing probation or community-based sentences for four young scam mules. Police investigated more than 1,000 youths in connection with scam reports in 2025.