(The Straits Times Article Interview) oBike must commit to prompt removal of bicycles, LTA says

Nicolas was interviewed for this The Straits Times article: Taking an oBike home is illegal – even if company has shut down, say lawyers

Written by: Zhaki Abdullah & Sue-Ann Tan

Bike-sharing firm oBike must show its commitment to a “full and prompt removal” of its bicycles and make a concrete plan to refund customers their deposits, said the Land Transport Authority (LTA) yesterday.

Users could face criminal charges if a police report is filed against them for taking a bike home, said Farallon Law Corporation managing director Nicolas Tang, adding: “Creditors will not be able to receive the full amount of debt owed to them and will most likely only receive a portion of what is owed, or none at all.”

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