Description
This session aims to provide a practical and structured overview of the Criminal Procedure Code (“CPC”), focusing on its core principles, procedural framework and real-world application in criminal litigation. The talk will “decode” the CPC by breaking down complex provisions into clear, workable concepts, enabling practitioners to better navigate the criminal justice process from investigation to the trial and post-trial stages.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Understand the structure and key provisions of the CPC, including the flow of criminal proceedings from arrest and investigation to trial and appeal;
- Identify and apply critical procedural rights and safeguards, particularly in relation to arrest, remand, bail and admissibility of evidence;
- Recognise common procedural pitfalls and irregularities, and understand how to address or challenge them effectively in practice;and
- Interpret and apply CPC provisions in real-world scenarios, with greater confidence and clarity in both advisory and advocacy roles.
Speaker
Dr Baljit Singh is a legal practitioner, academic and author who has been in active legal practice for nearly three decades. As the founder and managing partner of Shukor Baljit & Partners, he has maintained a focused practice in criminal and civil litigation since 1997. His career is defined by a mix of courtroom advocacy, academic research and legislative influence. He is the author of the seminal text “Criminal Litigation Process”, published by Sweet & Maxwell Asia, which is currently in its 4th Edition (2022). This work serves as a primary reference for practitioners and students navigating procedural rules.
In the courtroom, Dr Baljit Singh has served as lead counsel in criminal trials and appeals, representing clients through all levels of the Malaysian judiciary, including the Federal Court of Malaysia. Beyond litigation, he has served as a representative of the Bar Council, providing legal views to the Parliamentary Select Committee on critical amendments to the Penal Code and Criminal Procedure Code. His academic depth is further evidenced by his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and his current roles as an Adjunct Professor at the law faculties of Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin and Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia.
Dr Baljit Singh’s career is marked by a series of appointments and leadership roles that underscore his experience in both the legal and regulatory sectors, as listed below:
- Appointed by the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong in 2024 as a member of the Royal Commission of Inquiry to review Malaysia’s sovereignty over Pedra Branca, Middle Rock and South Ledge;
- Served as a member of the Special Task Force for Batu Puteh, appointed by the Government of Malaysia from 2021 to 2022; Served as a member of the Advisory Panel to the Malaysian AntiCorruption Commission since 2016;
- Currently serves as the Chairperson of the Disciplinary Committee for the Football Association of Malaysia;
- Previously held the positions of Chairman of the Criminal Law Practice Committee of the Kuala Lumpur Bar Committee and Deputy Chairperson of the Bar Council Criminal Law Committee from 2010 to 2012; and
- Conferred the title of Datuk (Darjah Mulia Seri Melaka, “DMSM”) in 2008 and holds the honorary rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police, awarded by the Royal Malaysia Police in 2012.
Terms and Conditions
Event Policy
Places are limited and registration is on a firstcome, first-served basis. The registration for this event will close on 13 May 2026 (Wednesday), at 12:00 pm. For events with registration fees, all payments must be made in advance, including bank charges. Registration will be confirmed once proof of payment is provided by email or fax, and full payment is received. The organiser reserves the right to modify, cancel or postpone the event, should circumstances arise that make such action necessary, whereupon all registration fees paid will be refunded.
Cancellation
Cancellations must be made in writing. Please note that there will be no refunds for cancellations, but substitutions are allowed. Kindly inform us in writing with the relevant details at least three days in advance. If you have failed to inform the organiser on your cancellation for three consecutive times, you may be blacklisted for future events.
Transferral
You are allowed to transfer your place to another participant, but you must notify the organiser with the necessary details at least three days in advance.
Attendance
CPD points for CPD Scheme will not be awarded to lawyers and pupils in chambers from Peninsular Malaysia who arrive more than 15 minutes late, are not present throughout the event, or leave before its scheduled end.
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