What is judicial mercy, and how does it apply to Ong Beng Seng’s case?


Both the defence and the prosecution noted that a fine in lieu of jail would be appropriate as Ong Beng Seng has advanced multiple myeloma, which is an incurable cancer. - ST/ANN

SINGAPORE: Property tycoon Ong Beng Seng pleaded guilty to one count of abetting the obstruction of justice on Aug 4.

Both the defence and the prosecution noted that a fine in lieu of jail would be appropriate as he has advanced multiple myeloma, which is an incurable cancer.

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