Zamri Vinoth to stand trial in April 2027 after representation rejected

Independent preacher Zamri Vinoth Vinoth will stand trial in April 2027 after the prosecution rejected his request for a review of the charge against him. Magistrate Faezahnoor Hassan set the trial dates for April 21 and 22, following the rejection of Zamri's representation by Deputy Public Prosecutor Nur Farhana Mohamad Poad. The charge stems from an alleged Facebook post made by Zamri, which could cause public alarm and encourage individuals to commit an offence against public order.

This statement allegedly offended a 45-year-old man at a nasi kandar restaurant on February 3. Section 505(b) of the Penal Code permits a maximum sentence of two years in prison, a fine, or both upon conviction. Zamri pleaded not guilty during a March 17 hearing. His defence lawyer, Nur Shafiqah Shafiyah Omar, sought the court to review the charge and potentially reduce it.

Zamri expressed gratitude for the rejection, viewing it as an opportunity to clarify the GARAH rally and ensure public understanding of the struggle. Regardless of the trial's outcome, Zamri emphasized the importance of upholding the rule of law and maintaining unity.