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Public Prosecutor v Pek Lian Guan and another appeal [2026] SGHC 62
In Public Prosecutor v Pek Lian Guan and another appeal, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Courts and Jurisdiction — Court judgments, Criminal Law — Appeal.
Amir Mohamed Nurussalaam bin Mohamed Lofti and others v Persekutuan Kebajikan Islam Teluk Kurau Singapura and others [2025] SGHC 182
The High Court ruled the 2024 Executive Committee election of Persekutuan Kebajikan Islam Teluk Kurau invalid due to non-member participation. While invalidating the election, the Court declined to nullify the entire AGM or order a court-supervised fresh election, citing a lack of legal basis.
WPG v WPF [2025] SGHCF 19
A judge should not recuse himself from a case simply because a claim of bias is made, especially when the claim is based on procedural decisions made in the course of a trial.
Loke Wei Sue v Paul Jeyasingham Edwards [2024] SGHC 45
In Loke Wei Sue v Paul Jeyasingham Edwards, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Courts and Jurisdiction — Vexatious litigants.
Ler Chun Poh v Public Prosecutor [2024] SGHC 307
The High Court dismissed Ler Chun Poh's appeal against his conviction and sentence for three counts of outraging modesty. The court affirmed the eight-month imprisonment term, reinforcing sentencing frameworks for public transport abuse and the application of the totality principle.
Lim Yew Beng v Lim Kwong Fei and another [2024] SGHC 229
The court held that the likelihood of damages exceeding the District Court's jurisdictional limit constitutes sufficient reason to transfer proceedings to the High Court, provided that a holistic assessment of prejudice to the parties supports such a transfer.
The National University of Singapore v Ten Leu Jiun Jeanne-Marie [2023] SGHC 191
The court granted an extended civil restraint order (ECRO) against the defendant for persistently commencing actions and applications that were totally without merit, specifically regarding her repeated attempts to relitigate a judgment obtained against her by the claimant.
Attorney-General v Lai Swee Lin Linda [2015] SGHC 269
The court granted an order under s 74 of the SCJA against a vexatious litigant who habitually and persistently instituted proceedings to re-litigate matters that were res judicata.
Lock Han Chng Jonathan (Jonathan Luo Hancheng) v Goh Jessiline [2007] SGHC 58
A district judge sitting as a Settlement Judge in a Court Dispute Resolution (CDR) conference does not have the jurisdiction or judicial power to issue an order of court or consent judgment, as the CDR conference is not a court proceeding.
Skading Anne v Yeo Kian Seng [2005] SGHC 48
In Skading Anne v Yeo Kian Seng [2005] SGHC 48, the High Court ruled that transferring proceedings from the Magistrate’s Court to the District Court is a discretionary power, not an automatic right, requiring valid justification and consideration of potential prejudice to the defendant.
Tong Guan Food Products Pte Ltd and Others v Teo Cheow Ngoh and Another [2004] SGHC 261
The High Court dismissed tracing claims by TG Snack Food (M), ruling that inter-company fund transfers for property development constituted a debtor-creditor relationship rather than a trust. The court emphasized that commercial transactions do not automatically create fiduciary duties for tracing.
Tan Harry and Another v Teo Chee Yeow Aloysius and Another [2003] SGHC 275
In Tan Harry v Teo Chee Yeow Aloysius [2003] SGHC 275, the court ruled that defendants cannot benefit from a co-defendant's successful appeal if they failed to file their own formal Notice of Appeal. The decision mandates strict adherence to procedural compliance over informal appellate methods.
Sum Lye Heng (also known as Lim Jessie) v Management Corporation Strata Title Plan No 2285 and Others [2003] SGHC 245
The High Court has inherent jurisdiction to grant a permanent stay of criminal proceedings (including private summonses) if they are an abuse of process, such as when they are initiated for an improper collateral purpose or lack any proper foundation.
Rightrac Trading v Ong Soon Heng t/a Everbright Engineering & Trading and Another (Seow Hock Ann, Third Party) [2003] SGHC 236
The High Court ruled that plaintiffs are entitled as of right to transfer claims from the Magistrates' Courts to the District Courts when the claim amount exceeds the lower court's jurisdictional limit, clarifying the application of section 53 of the Subordinate Courts Act.
Gan Lai Hock v Singapore School Transport Association and Others [2003] SGHC 179
A declaratory judgment is a discretionary remedy, and inordinate delay in seeking such a declaration may deprive the claimant of the relief sought.
Ricky Charles s/o Gabriel Thanabalan v Chua Boon Yeow [2002] SGHC 87
The High Court does not have the power to transfer proceedings from the District Court to the High Court once an interlocutory judgment has been entered in the District Court, as the limit of damages is fixed upon entry of such judgment.
Winjoy Investment Pte Ltd v Goh Boon Huat and Another [2002] SGHC 71
The High Court allowed Winjoy Investment's appeal, ruling that liquidated damages clauses for late completion do not apply to construction defects. The court held that respondents failed to prove actual loss, emphasizing that damages must be compensatory and supported by evidence.
Sarjit Singh s/o Mehar Singh v Public Prosecutor [2002] SGHC 217
In Sarjit Singh s/o Mehar Singh v PP [2002] SGHC 217, the High Court dismissed a petition for revision by an advocate convicted of criminal breach of trust. The Court enhanced his sentence to 36 months, emphasizing the severe fiduciary breach inherent in a lawyer's misappropriation of client funds.
Lee Yuen Hong v Public Prosecutor [2000] SGHC 50
In Lee Yuen Hong v Public Prosecutor [2000] SGHC 50, the High Court allowed the appellant's appeal, quashing her conviction for conspiracy to misappropriate funds due to the prosecution's failure to prove essential elements. The court also denied a motion to adduce fresh evidence.
Ong Wui Teck v Ong Wui Swoon [2016] SGHC 42
In Ong Wui Teck v Ong Wui Swoon, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Courts and Jurisdiction — Judges.
Tan Meow Hiang (trading as Chip Huat) v Ong Kay Yong (trading as Wee Wee Laundry Service) [2023] SGHC 218
In Tan Meow Hiang (trading as Chip Huat) v Ong Kay Yong (trading as Wee Wee Laundry Service), the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Courts and Jurisdiction — Jurisdiction, Contract — Collateral contracts.
Pereira Dennis John Sunny v Faridah bte V Abdul Latiff [2016] SGHCR 9
In Pereira Dennis John Sunny v Faridah bte V Abdul Latiff, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Courts and Jurisdiction — High Court, Muslim Law — Syariah Court.
Chan Yat Chun v Sng Jin Chye and another [2016] SGHCR 4
In Chan Yat Chun v Sng Jin Chye and another, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Civil Procedure — Judgments and orders, Courts and Jurisdiction — Court judgments.
Diora-Ace Ltd and others v Management Corporation Strata Title Plan No 3661 and another [2015] SGHC 88
In Diora-Ace Ltd and others v Management Corporation Strata Title Plan No 3661 and another, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Land — Strata titles, Courts and jurisdiction — Court judgments.