Children and Young Persons Act (CYPA): Primary legislation governing the care and protection of children and young persons in Singapore. Defines legal responsibilities of caregivers and outlines protection measures for children.
Guardianship of Infants Act: Regulates matters relating to guardianship, defines rights and responsibilities of guardians, and establishes 'welfare of the child' as paramount consideration.
Mental Capacity Act: Relevant for cases involving caregivers of persons with mental capacity issues. Defines decision-making powers and responsibilities.
Women's Charter: Contains provisions about custody and care of children, and relevant family law matters in Singapore.
Administration of Muslim Law Act: Specific provisions applicable to Muslim families under Syariah law in Singapore, with different requirements for Muslim caregiving arrangements.
Oaths and Declarations Act: Outlines requirements for making sworn statements/affidavits and legal formalities for document execution in Singapore.
Immigration Act: Relevant for cases involving non-Singaporean citizen children, affecting caregiving arrangements and legal requirements.
MSF Guidelines: Ministry of Social and Family Development guidelines providing framework for caregiving arrangements and child protection.
Family Justice Courts Practice Directions: Procedural guidelines and requirements set by Family Justice Courts for family-related legal matters.
Child Protective Service Protocols: Established protocols for child protection and welfare services in Singapore.
Social Service Agency Requirements: Specific requirements and guidelines set by social service agencies for caregiving arrangements and support services.
