17 Mar 2025
MOHD SHARWANDY BIN SOLLAHUDIN
- Citation
- KA-42ES-2-06/2024 (Mahkamah Tinggi)
- Court
- High Court
- Case number
- KA-42ES-2-06/2024 (Mahkamah Tinggi)
The High Court held that the charges under s68(2)(a) and s86(1)(c) are distinct offences (general keeping vs keeping in a manner causing suffering) so no double jeopardy arises; the prosecution adduced sufficient prima facie evidence of 'menyimpan' by demonstrating custody/control of the 81 pangolins through rental/payment records, surveillance, presence and conduct of appellant, and seizure evidence; minor inconsistencies and alleged investigative gaps were immaterial; sentencing was within the trial court's discretionary range — accordingly all appeals were dismissed and convictions and sen…