A disturbing case has emerged in Malaysia involving a 24-year-old school bus driver charged in Court for violating Section 14(a) and Section 15(a)(iii) of the Sexual Offenses Against Children Act 2017 (“the Act”). The driver is alleged to have sexually assaulted and harassed young children on the school bus and had uploaded these inappropriate videos…
The recent case of Esha (A. Rajeswary) involving a tragic incident where she was a victim of cyberbullying, leading to her death, has ignited widespread outrage and highlighted significant flaws in current legal frameworks. Her tormentor was fined a mere RM100 under the Minor Offences Act[1] for the offense, calling into question the inadequacy of…
The tragic death of six-year-old Zayn Rayyan has once again spotlighted the grave issue of child neglect in Malaysia. Zayn, an autistic child, was allegedly subjected to severe neglect by his parents, leading to his untimely demise. This heartbreaking case underscores the vital importance of understanding the legal responsibilities and protections afforded to children under…
The recent crackdown on sex toy retailers[1], under the auspices of the Printing Presses and Publications Act 1984 (PPPA), has left many wondering if owning these pleasure products is even legal. The answer, unfortunately, is shrouded in more grey areas than a Fifty Shades novel. The PPPA designed to regulate printing and publication matters, contains…
Released in 2021, the Malaysian indie film, Mentega Terbang embarked on a journey far different from its whimsical title. The film follows Aishah, a 15-year-old grappling with her mother’s illness and existential questions about faith and the afterlife. As she explores different religions and spiritual practices, the film immediately ignites a firestorm of controversy, sparking…