Under the Penal Code, there are enhanced penalties for offences committed against certain groups of vulnerable individuals, up to double the maximum punishment for the offence. These include: • Minors below 14 years of age • Domestic workers • Individuals who are, by reason of mental or physical infirmity, disability or incapacity, substantially unable to protect themselves from abuse, neglect or self-neglect; and • Individuals who are in intimate or close relationships with the offender.

For more information, you may refer to the Penal Code 1871 - LegiS@Gov