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Malaysia's Attorney-General's Chambers has defended its use of compound settlements and charge withdrawals in corruption cases, insisting that statutory safeguards and rigorous oversight prevent them from becoming automatic loopholes for the accused.
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The prosecution has concluded its case against former Perlis Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Azlan Man in the Sessions Court, after presenting evidence through 21 witnesses over the trial proceedings.
A senior Federal Court judge has highlighted the urgent need to update Malaysia's evidence legislation to address the complexities of digital-age litigation, as courts grapple with electronic communications and forensic data.
Malaysia's Anti-Bullying Act 2026 introduces groundbreaking parental joint liability, making families answerable for bullying misconduct. The new law establishes a tribunal with 56 members and multiple hearing zones across the country.