Robbers’ sentences reduced to 13 years’ jail, six lashes

KUCHING: Two inmates, who have been sentenced to 18 years’ jail and six lashes of the cane for robbery, have their penalties reduced to 13 years in prison and six lashes yesterday (Mar 22). In their appeal Mohamad Hasrul Seliman from Kampung Tanjung Pisang, Simunjan and Mohd Kamarul Wahab from Kampung Tabuan Lot argued that […]

18 years’ jail for baby’s death

SIBU: A 40-year-old nanny was sentenced to 18 years in jail by the High Court here yesterday after she pleaded guilty to causing the death of an eight-month-old baby boy. Hayati Yaman, who was initially charged with murder under Section 302 of the Penal Code (provides a mandatory death sentence), faced a reduced charge yesterday […]

Consider danger of spread of Covid-19 in prisons when imposing sentences

PUTRAJAYA: Chief Justice Tan Sri Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat urged judicial officers to consider the issue of the risk of spreading Covid-19 facing prisons in the country when imposing sentences on violations of the movement control order (MCO). According to a statement issued by the Federal Court Chief Registrar’s Office Corporate Communication Unit (PKPMP), taking into account the provision of penalties under the […]