Public input sought for sweeping criminal justice changes
Published on: Monday, June 09, 2025
Published on: Mon, Jun 09, 2025
By: Sisca Humphrey Text Size: Harmindar chairing the CLRC's meeting. KOTA KINABALU: East Malaysians were urged to share their views on proposed criminal justice reforms during a townhall session held in the state capital on Monday. Criminal Law Reform Committee (CLRC) Chairman Tan Sri Datuk Harmindar Singh Dhaliwal stressed the need for public input in reviewing the Penal Code, Criminal Procedure Code and Evidence Act.
Advertisement He encouraged participants to offer frank and courageous feedback, even if it challenged existing legal norms. Harmindar said the reforms must be inclusive and represent the lived experiences of all Malaysians, including those in East Malaysia. Legal Affairs Division Director General Datuk Zamri Misman added that the Government is considering introducing Deferred Prosecution Agreements (DPA) to better handle corporate and financial crimes. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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