Entry into Premises without Warrant
FAQs on entry into premises without a warrant, explaining the conditions under which entry may occur, notification requirements, and legal implications under Singapore’s competition law.
Last updated 26 September 2025
1. Will CCS give me notice before effecting entry into my premises without a warrant?
If entry into your premises is effected without a warrant, CCS will generally give you written notice of the intended entry at least 2 working days in advance This will not apply where CCS has taken all such steps as are reasonably practicable to give notice but has been unable to do so. CCS is able to enter your premises without notice where CCS has reasonable grounds for suspecting that your premises are, or have been, occupied by an undertaking which is under investigation.
2. Can I refuse entry?
No. If CCS has complied with the relevant legal requirements under the Competition Act for entry, any refusal of entry may result in a criminal offence being committed under section 78 of the Competition Act.
3. Can CCS conduct a search at my premises when effecting entry into my premises without a warrant?
CCS will not conduct a search of any premises without a warrant. However, CCS can ask for:
production of any document which it considers relates to any matter relevant to the investigation,
explanation of any document produced; and
the whereabouts of any document if it is not produced.
Any failure to comply with the powers above may result in a criminal offence being committed under sections 75 to 78 of the Competition Act.