Muhyiddin trial: Prosecution completes case after 29 witnesses

The prosecution finalized its case in former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin's power abuse trial following the testimony of 29 witnesses, paving the way for the next phase of the trial. Lead prosecutor Datuk Wan Shaharuddin Wan Ladin announced that the prosecution will present six potential witnesses for Muhyiddin, should he be ordered to defend himself. These witnesses include Asmar Asmadi Abdullah, Marzuki Mohamad, Mohd Ayob Mohd Ali, Asri Hamidon, Mohd Syahmeizy Sulong, and Adam Radlan Adam Muhammad.

Judge Noor Ruwena Md Nurdin scheduled four additional days for the continued hearing, set for November 26 and December 1-3. During this time, both the prosecution and Muhyiddin's legal team will present their arguments on whether Muhyiddin will face defense in the case. A criminal trial typically consists of two stages: the prosecution must prove a prima facie case after all witnesses are called; if the High Court finds no prima facie case, the defendant is acquitted.

If a prima facie case is established, the trial proceeds to the defense stage, where the defendant must present their own case.

The trial, which commenced on March 9, has thus far spanned approximately 32 days. Today, the prosecution also sought a discharge not amounting to acquittal (DNAA) for four of the seven charges brought against Muhyiddin, with the High Court exercising discretion to acquit him on those four charges in the interests of justice. Muhyiddin is currently facing three charges of power abuse related to RM25.3 million in alleged bribes given to his political party, Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Nepturis Sdn Bhd, Azman Yusoff, KCJ Engineering Sdn Bhd, and Mamfor Sdn Bhd).