A 46-year-old domestic helper in Singapore since 2003, was sentenced to seven months and one week in jail for theft. She moonlighted illegally, taking part-time cleaning jobs on her days off, earning S$2,700 from one customer.
Maid in Singapore sentenced to jail for theft and moonlighting
The maid also stole S$23,650 (RM82,000) from another client while cleaning their apartment. Facing financial difficulties, she owed debts to loan sharks. Prosecutors highlighted her breach of trust and work pass violations. She pleaded for leniency, citing her family’s needs. She could have faced up to seven years in jail for theft and up to two years for working without a valid pass.
Moonlighting by foreign domestic workers (FDWs) has become more prevalent in recent years. Some people have even suggested legalizing it, allowing maids to work part-time1. However, there are concerns about the unintended consequences of such a move.
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