11 Nov 2025
Lamah Moriba [TIMBALAN ]
- Citation
- BA-42K-6-08/2024 (Mahkamah Tinggi)
- Court
- High Court
- Case number
- BA-42K-6-08/2024 (Mahkamah Tinggi)
The High Court affirmed conviction because prosecution proved all elements of s489C: BNM expert confirmed the 1189 RM100 notes were counterfeit; appellant had physical control (car keys) and led police to the Myvi where the bag was found, establishing possession and knowledge by inference; appellant's conduct pointing to the bag was admissible under Evidence Act ss27 and s8; gaps in chain of custody and failure to call vehicle owner were not fatal; appellant's prior conduct and communications with the complainant established intent to use the notes as genuine.