Explain what regulations govern house arrest, says Muhyiddin
The Bersatu president says it is important for the public to understand what it entails and the processes and regulations involved.
Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin inquired about the regulations surrounding house arrest, comparing them to prison rules. House arrest for former Umno president Najib Razak must be clarified to the public by the government and the home ministry, Muhyiddin emphasized. Understanding the processes, regulations, and conditions of house arrest is crucial for the public, he said.
Muhyiddin sought to know if house arrest regulations mirrored those in prison or if a separate law was necessary. If no law currently exists, Muhyiddin suggested drafting a special law and presenting it to Parliament. The former home minister and prime minister admitted his lack of knowledge about the regulations used in house arrest implementation.
He questioned whether the arrested individual enjoys unrestricted freedom or faces limitations during house arrest. Muhyiddin's comments followed Najib's grant of a house arrest order by the Kuala Lumpur High Court following Umno's payment of a RM50 million fine, as part of a royal pardon in September. However, the Attorney-General's Chambers has recommended retaining Najib in prison until legal matters in the case are reviewed.
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