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Malaysia Case Law

Rape (statutory)
  • 22 Mar 2022

    [ ] PENAMA XXXX

    Citation
    DA-84-1-01/2021 (Mahkamah Majistret)
    Court
    Magistrates' Court
    Case number
    DA-84-1-01/2021 (Mahkamah Majistret)

    Given the probation/akhlak report recommending placement, the unsuitability of a fine or bond due to dysfunctional family environment and peer influence, the need for deterrence in light of rising sexual offences involving minors, and balancing mitigation for guilty plea against seriousness and public interest, the court ordered placement of the child at Sekolah Tunas Bakti, Taiping for 3 years under s.91(1)(f) Child Act 2001.