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Who are the persons that are usually dealt with under the Criminal Law (Temporary Provisions) Act?

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The CL(TP)A is used against persons associated with activities of a criminal nature, and where it is necessary to do so in the interests of public safety, peace and good order. It is most commonly invoked against persons involved in secret societies, unlicensed money lending, and drug trafficking syndicates. These organised criminal activities have complex and layered structures. They tend to operate under a cloak of secrecy, which made their activities harder to detect. They pose a threat to society through the use of violence and perpetuation of criminal activities that compromise the peace and good order in society. Given the nature of these criminal activities, accomplices and witnesses may be fearful of reprisal against themselves or their families, if they testify in an open court. The CL(TP)A may be used as a last resort under such circumstances to maintain public safety, peace and good order.

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