Part B PCP Practice Questions - Singapore Bar Examinations Part B - Private Client Practice Exam

A Section 22 statement is a general statement from a witness or suspect, whereas a Section 23 statement is a cautioned statement recorded after a charge has been read. A Section 22 statement must be recorded under oath before a Magistrate, whereas a Section 23 statement is recorded by a police officer. A Section 22 statement is admissible only for the Prosecution, whereas a Section 23 statement is admissible only for the Defence. A Section 22 statement is recorded in the presence of defense counsel, whereas counsel is strictly barred from Section 23 statement recording.