Question: While backpacking in Europe, Sue, a Singaporean, met and became friends with Anna, a Spanish student. Anna had never visited Singapore and had various questions for Sue. Help Sue to explain the following.
Required:
(a) Explain the legal system that Singapore operates under and whether it is different from the legal system that Spain operates under.
(b) Anna has heard of the "doctrine of precedent" but is unsure how the doctrine works. Discuss the doctrine of precedent.
(c) Explain the differences between civil law and criminal law.