Moneylenders Act (Chapter 188): Primary legislation governing moneylending business in Singapore, including licensing requirements, interest rate caps, and prohibited practices
Contracts Act (Chapter 53): Fundamental law governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore, including offer, acceptance, consideration, and capacity to contract
Civil Law Act (Chapter 43): General legislation governing civil matters including contractual rights, remedies, and limitations
Interest Act (Chapter 197): Legislation governing interest rates and their computation in Singapore
Moneylenders Rules 2009: Subsidiary legislation providing detailed regulations for moneylenders including operational requirements and borrower protection measures
Moneylenders (Prevention of Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism) Rules 2009: Regulations specifically addressing anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing requirements for moneylenders
Interest Rate Restrictions: Common law principles and statutory limits on interest rates to prevent usury and unfair lending practices
Unconscionable Bargains Doctrine: Legal principle protecting borrowers from unfair or exploitative loan terms where there is inequality of bargaining power
Registry of Moneylenders Compliance: Regulatory requirements and guidelines set by the Registry of Moneylenders for licensed moneylenders
MAS Guidelines: Relevant guidelines from the Monetary Authority of Singapore affecting lending practices and financial transactions
