Membership

Who the association is for

Counsel who appear for the defence in Singapore's criminal courts, and those in practice who wish to support that work.

What membership carries

Four things a member takes part in

A collective voice

The association is asked for its view when criminal procedure changes, and engages jointly with the Law Society's Criminal Practice Committee on matters affecting the criminal bar.

Continuing legal education

Sessions in criminal law and procedure directed at counsel in practice, following developments in the courts and in the statutes.

The Annual Lecture

The association's standing public address, given each year on a question facing the criminal defence bar.

Community Court work

Members appear without charge for needy accused persons in the Community Court, as the association undertook in 2006.

Applying

Eligibility and how to apply

Membership is directed at counsel practising criminal law in Singapore, and in particular those appearing for the defence.

Applications

Write to the Secretary to apply

Enquiries about membership reach the Secretary directly.

Contact the Secretary