More offenders in Singapore getting counselling and mental health support before sentencing

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More offenders in Singapore getting counselling and mental health support before sentencing

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Singapore's State Courts are partnering with community organizations to provide counseling and mental health support to offenders before sentencing. This early intervention aims to address root causes of crime and reduce recidivism through expanded rehabilitation programs.

The State Courts are partnering community organisations to expand rehabilitation efforts for offenders even before sentencing, using early intervention to tackle the root causes of crime and reduce reoffending.

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