Ismail seeks to challenge asset declaration charge
Ex-prime minister's lawyer says the application will be based on several legal issues after a review of documents provided by the prosecution.
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has announced his intention to challenge a charge of failing to comply with a Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) asset declaration notice. The trial commenced on August 27, with Ismail accused of not declaring a significant sum of money in various currencies, including RM14.77 million, S$6.1 million, and US$1.46 million.
His legal team, led by Amer Hamzah Arshad, plans to file an application based on legal issues identified after reviewing prosecution documents. The case management hearing is scheduled for December 4, with the judge setting a date for case mention. If convicted, Ismail could face up to five years in jail and a fine of up to RM100,000.
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