Kijal assemblyman claims trial for uttering seditious words

24 Nov 2023 • 12:16 PM MYT
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Kijal assemblyman claims trial for uttering seditious words - Bernama Pix

Razali, 57, who is also Bersatu Information chief, pleaded not guilty after the charge was read out to him before Judge N.Priscilla Hemamalini.

"I plead not guilty and I am ready to go on trial," he said.

He was charged with making insulting remarks by stating decisions of the Judiciary were being controlled by the government at Padang Astaka Chukai, Kemaman in Terengganu between 9.30 pm and 11.30 pm on Nov 10.

The charge, under Section 4(1)(b) of the Sedition Act 1948 and punishable under Section 4(1) of the same act, provides for a maximum fine of RM5,000 or imprisonment of up to three years, or both, upon conviction. - BERNAMA

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