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Ex-AG Idrus reappointed to Judicial Appointments Commission

Also reappointed are ex-Federal Court judge Zainun Ali and UiTM law lecturer Hartini Saripan, while former Sabah state attorney-general Mariati Robert is a new face on the commission.

Ex-AG Idrus reappointed to Judicial Appointments Commission

Former attorney-general Idrus Harun has been reappointed to the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC) for a two-year term, effective today. He joins retired Federal Court judge Zainun and Universiti Teknologi Mara law lecturer Hartini Saripan, who were also first appointed in 2024. Complementing the trio is former Sabah attorney-general Mariati Robert, who replaces Talat Mahmood Abdul Rashid, who completed his two-year term.

The JAC secretariat confirmed these appointments were made in accordance with Section 5(1)(f) of the JAC Act 2009, with the new members set to serve until October 31, 2028. The commission expressed gratitude towards Talat for his service during his tenure.

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