Police seized counterfeit goods at Sim Lim Square
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Singaporean police have found $1.03 million worth of fake goods at Sim Lim Square.
The counterfeit products were seized from four retail outlets in the high-profile shopping centre.
Some 6000 pieces of trademark-infringing items including laptop power adaptors, batteries, LCD screens, power supply units, cables and earpieces were seized in the raid and three men were arrested.
According to Criminal Investigation Department, selling or distributing goods with falsely applied trademarks can attract fines of up to $100,000, and jail terms of up to five years.
“Police take a serious view of intellectual property right (IPR) infringements and will not hesitate to take action against perpetrators who show blatant disregard for our IPR laws and at the expense of legitimate businesses,” said Florence Chua, director and deputy commissioner of police (investigations and intelligence).
Questions & Answers
Q.What types of counterfeit items were found at Sim Lim Square?
What types of counterfeit items were found at Sim Lim Square?
The seized items included laptop power adaptors, batteries, LCD screens, power supply units, cables, and earpieces. A total of 6,000 trademark-infringing products were confiscated during the operation.
Q.What are the potential penalties for selling or distributing goods with falsely applied trademarks?
What are the potential penalties for selling or distributing goods with falsely applied trademarks?
Individuals found guilty of selling or distributing goods with falsely applied trademarks can face fines of up to $100,000. They also risk jail terms of up to five years, according to the Criminal Investigation Department.
Q.Who was arrested during the police raid at Sim Lim Square?
Who was arrested during the police raid at Sim Lim Square?
Three men were arrested in connection with the seizure of counterfeit goods at Sim Lim Square. The police operation focused on four retail outlets within the shopping centre.