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Media Advisory: Public Alert: Scam Involving Fake "SG Courts" Court Orders and Fund Transfers
Singapore Courts (SG Courts) has been alerted to a scam involving fraudulent "Court Orders" that instruct victims to transfer money to a bank account to avoid legal action.
2 Members of the public are advised that SG Courts’ documents such as court orders (i.e. Orders of Court) do not include the following:
- Unsolicited Payment Instructions: Requests to transfer funds to bank accounts via messaging apps or email.
- Mismatched Branding: The use of logos from other agencies, such as the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), on an alleged court document.
- Urgent Threats: Language demanding immediate payment to avoid "arrest".
3 SG Courts does not issue documents such as court orders via WhatsApp, Telegram, or personal email, nor do we ever ask for bank login credentials or fund transfers from members of the public via phone or email.
Official Verification
4 Any legitimate court order issued by SG Courts can be verified via the Authentic Court Orders (ACO) portal using the unique QR code or access code found on the court order.
Recommended Actions
5 Members of the public are advised to:
- VERIFY FIRST: Use the official ACO portal or contact SG Courts directly through the official channels listed at www.judiciary.gov.sg.
- REPORT: Call the 24/7 ScamShield Helpline at 1799 if you receive a suspicious notice.
Issued by: Singapore Courts
Date: 17 March 2026
2026/03/17
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