Man probed over ‘offensive' post on royals, CJ appointment
PETALING JAYA : The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission is investigating a man for posting an allegedly offensive social media comment on the royal institution involving the recent appointment of the chief justice.
MCMC said the man had his statement recorded at the Kampung Melayu Subang police station on July 21. His mobile phone and SIM card were seized to assist in the investigation.
The case is being investigated under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for improper use of network facilities, punishable by a maximum RM500,000 fine, up to two years in jail, or both, upon conviction.
In a statement, MCMC reminded the public to avoid sharing content that is offensive, seditious or defamatory, particularly those involving the royal institution, as it could threaten public order and national harmony.
Last Friday, it said it was investigating another person for allegedly uploading offensive remarks about the judiciary.
Justice Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh was appointed chief justice last week, replacing Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, who retired earlier this month.
The Yang di-Pertuan Agong also consented to the appointments of Justices Abu Bakar Jais and Azizah Nawawi as Court of Appeal president and chief judge of Sabah and Sarawak, respectively.
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