• The term “主簿官” has existed since the Han dynasty, but at that time it referred to an official in charge of clerical matters such as managing records, bookkeeping, seals, and drafting documents.
• In Singapore, the position of the Registrar is under the Singapore Judicial Service.
• In Singapore’s judicial process, the Registrar mainly manages cases and assists the presiding judge.

Based on the evidence and statements from the three-day committal hearing, the Assistant Registrar ruled yesterday afternoon that there was sufficient reason to transfer the case to the High Court for trial. (Lianhe Zaobao, 2/6/2018)

• In addition to the Registrar, there are positions such as the Deputy Registrar and Assistant Registrar. These positions also possess judicial, administrative and law enforcement powers in the courts.