Court Overturns Acquittal in Royal Insult Case, Orders Retrial
A High Court has overturned an earlier acquittal in a royal insult case and remitted the matter to the sessions court for retrial after accepting the prosecution's appeal.
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Activist Che'gu Bard ordered to defend against defamation charge involving King
The High Court has overturned the acquittal of activist Badrul Hisham Shaharin, known as Che'gu Bard, and directed him to mount a defence against defamation charges involving statements about the King.
Ex-Sports Ministry Official's Appeal Hearing Delayed Until September as Judge Expresses Frustration Over Case Pace
The High Court has postponed to September the appeal hearing of former Youth and Sports Ministry officer Otman Arshad, who faces 32 abuse of power charges and 64 money laundering counts. The judge warned against additional delays.
Anwar Ibrahim Excused from Testifying in RM30 Million Civil Dispute
Malaysia's Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has been excused from testifying as a witness in a RM30 million civil lawsuit. The High Court in Kuala Lumpur granted his application to set aside the subpoena that would have required his appearance.
Bersatu's Legal Challenge to Bank Account Freeze Rejected by High Court
Malaysia's High Court has rejected Bersatu's attempt to lift a freeze on its bank accounts, finding the party could not demonstrate that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission had overstepped its authority.
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High Court to hear MACC case on blocking Daim's widow from managing RM5.6 billion offshore assets
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency will pursue its case in August to prevent the widow of former Finance Minister Daim Zainuddin from managing approximately RM5.6 billion in offshore assets held abroad.
High Court Sets January 4 Start Date for Hydroshoppe Corruption Trial
The Kuala Lumpur High Court has scheduled a 20-day corruption trial involving Hydroshoppe and its director to commence on January 4, signalling authorities' continued focus on corporate fraud.
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1MDB theft 'dwarfed Attila the Hun's plunder', judge declares in landmark 809-page ruling
A High Court judge has issued a sweeping 809-page judgement on the 1MDB scandal, comparing the magnitude of the looting to historical plunder and describing it as far exceeding even Attila the Hun's depredations.
1MDB scandal ranks among world's most brazen kleptocracy cases, court declares
Malaysia's High Court has ranked the 1MDB scandal among the world's most egregious kleptocracy cases, characterizing the financial plunder as extraordinarily massive in scope.
Singapore Woman loses court bid for income from grandfather's Islamic charitable trusts
A Singapore High Court has rejected a woman's claim to income from Islamic charitable trusts created by her grandfather in the early 1900s. The judge found the trusts irrevocable under Islamic law.
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High Court Orders Return of Daim's Daughter's Passport, Dismisses Grounds for Detention
A High Court judge has ruled that authorities must return the passport of Tun Daim Zaki's daughter, finding insufficient justification for its continued detention in a legal challenge.
High Court orders return of Asnida Daim's passport within a week
A High Court judge has ordered the immediate return of Asnida Daim's passport, giving authorities seven days to comply. Asnida is the daughter of late former finance minister Tun Daim Zainuddin.
High Court confirms RM600 penalty for graphic designer's false police report
A graphic designer has been ordered to pay RM600 after the High Court upheld a conviction for filing a false police report. Aidil Amin Jamil made the complaint to circumvent paying replacement identification card fees with the National Registration Department.
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High Court orders Rosmah to pay RM67.4m in jewellery dispute with Lebanese owner
The High Court has ordered Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor to pay RM67.4 million to a Lebanese jewellery owner in a case involving missing items, according to today's ruling in Kuala Lumpur.
High Court Rules Rosmah Liable for Missing US$14.57mil Jewellery Collection
A High Court judge has determined that Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor is accountable for the disappearance of 43 luxury jewellery pieces valued at US$14.57 million following a 2018 police operation at Pavilion Residences.
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High Court Sets August 5 Hearing for Prosecution Appeal in Blogger's YouTube Case
The High Court has set August 5 to hear the prosecution's appeal against a blogger's acquittal related to YouTube videos featuring former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri and Umno.
Negeri Sembilan Yang di-Pertuan Besar Row Could Spark Contempt Charges
Negeri Sembilan's undang council secretary has flagged potential contempt of court proceedings, alleging that the proclamation of a new Yang di-Pertuan Besar contravened an active High Court injunction.
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High Court Blocks Negeri Sembilan DKU Meeting, Protects Secretary Raja Norazli from Removal
The High Court in Seremban has blocked a planned meeting of Negeri Sembilan's judicial and legal council, preventing leadership from removing secretary Raja Norazli from his position.
Seremban High Court Blocks Negri Sembilan DKU Special Meeting
A Seremban High Court has granted an interim injunction preventing a scheduled special meeting of Negri Sembilan's state assembly and blocking any attempts to remove its secretary, Raja Norazli Raja Nordin, while legal proceedings continue.
GIIB founder alleges 'corporate mafia' plot, WhatsApp conspiracy and gun threat
GIIB Holdings founder Tai Boon Wee has alleged a 'corporate mafia' takeover attempt orchestrated through a WhatsApp group, and claims he was threatened with a gun at a restaurant.
High Court Strikes Down 'Ali Baba' Scheme, Rejects RM538,000 Claim
A Malaysian High Court has invalidated an 'Ali Baba' scheme and dismissed a claim for RM538,000, ruling that courts will not enforce illegal agreements and losses must remain unrecovered.
High Court Issues Interim Order in Negeri Sembilan Political Dispute
The High Court has issued a temporary order to maintain the current situation in Negeri Sembilan's political standoff, preventing the Dewan Keadilan dan Undang from convening or taking action.
High Court Orders 1MDB to Release Documents for Najib's Legal Case
Malaysia's High Court has ruled that 1MDB must surrender selected documents to support Najib's legal proceedings. The sovereign wealth fund has three weeks to comply with the directive.
Businessman Accused of Gang Membership Linked to Violence
A businessman identified as R Ravindran faced charges relating to gang membership in connection with violent crimes. The case was handled under special security laws.
Court Orders Woman and Three Guarantors to Repay RM857,000 in Mara Study Loans
A High Court decision has upheld an order requiring a woman and three guarantors to repay RM857,000 in education financing to Mara, rejecting claims of procedural irregularities in the original case.
Court Confirms 45-Month Jail Sentence and RM13,000 Fine for Tour Bus Driver in Fatal Crash
The High Court has upheld a 45-month prison sentence and RM13,000 fine imposed on a tour bus driver convicted in connection with a fatal crash. Judges dismissed the defence's attempt to discredit medical evidence.
Gang Leader Faces Charges Over Organised Crime Group Membership
G Ramesh, leader of Geng Rames, has been charged with membership in an organised crime group. The High Court case proceeded without a plea being entered.
High Court Overturns Industrial Court Decision in Executive Dismissal Case
Malaysia's High Court has overturned an Industrial Court decision, ruling that the dismissal of Wong Sze Shi's constructive dismissal claim was legally flawed and directing the lower court to reconsider the appropriate remedy.
Two freed after six years in remand over missing witness in drug case
A high court judge has ordered the release of two men held in remand for six years in a drug case after the prosecution failed to produce a crucial witness, ruling the absence placed the defence at an unfair disadvantage.
Pacific & Orient Insurance ordered to pay RM1.245 million to luxury car owner
The Kuala Lumpur High Court has mandated Pacific & Orient Insurance Co to compensate luxury car owner Lai Leong Peng RM1.245 million, along with RM50,000 in legal costs.
Insurer Must Pay RM1.2mil for Rejected Porsche Claim
A Kuala Lumpur High Court has mandated that an insurance company pay over RM1.2 million to a woman whose claim for a damaged Porsche 911 GT3 RS was denied. The vehicle was registered under Langkawi's duty-free import programme.
High Court Dismisses Ex-Kelab PJ Official's Defamation Case
The High Court has dismissed a defamation lawsuit filed by Ragavan Rajoo, former vice-president of Kelab PJ, after the judge found insufficient evidence that the contested bulletin reached club members.
High Court Allows SC to Pursue Recovery of Insider Trading Fines from Former Executives
Malaysia's Securities Commission has secured a High Court ruling allowing it to revive collection efforts against two former executives for insider trading penalties.
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Hydroshoppe and Director to Face High Court Trial Over Allegations
A Malaysian court has ordered Hydroshoppe Sdn Bhd and its director to proceed to trial in the High Court over undisclosed allegations. The decision came after judicial review of evidence presented during preliminary proceedings.
Three Brothers Charged Over Man's Death Following Vape Liquid Row
Three brothers face murder charges stemming from a dispute involving vape liquid. The case was heard in the High Court, where no plea was recorded from the accused.
Menara KL Bribery Case Escalated to High Court
A corruption case involving Hydroshoppe Sdn Bhd and its director regarding an alleged bribery offer to Tan Sri Annuar Musa connected to the Menara Kuala Lumpur concession takeover has been escalated to the High Court.
High Court Permits Hydroshoppe Director to Move Bribery Cases to Different Court
A Kuala Lumpur High Court judge has approved an application by Hydroshoppe director Abdul Hamid Shaikh Abdul Razak Shaikh to transfer his bribery cases, finding the request sufficiently justified.
Court Permits UOA Unit to Challenge RM165.66 Million Tax Assessment
The High Court has authorized Distinctive Acres Sdn Bhd, an investment subsidiary of UOA Development Bhd, to pursue legal action against a RM165.66 million tax assessment and associated penalties stemming from its 2020 Bangsar South property transaction.
MACC to Challenge High Court Decision on Frozen Singapore Funds Tied to Na'imah Case
The MACC plans to appeal a High Court ruling that dismissed its request to freeze RM548 million in Singapore funds allegedly connected to Na'imah and her son, signalling the anti-corruption body's determination to pursue the case further.
MACC to appeal High Court decision on RM548 million Singapore funds case
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has announced plans to appeal a High Court ruling that rejected its attempt to freeze RM548 million in Singapore funds allegedly connected to Na'imah and her son.
High Court Throws Out Mahmud Abu Bekir Taib's Challenge to Cahya Mata Injunction
The Kuching High Court has rejected Dato Sri Mahmud Abu Bekir Taib's legal challenge against a Cahya Mata injunction, finding insufficient notice was provided for the objection proceedings.
High Court Affirms Police Officer's Acquittal in Drug Case, Finds No Evidence of Misconduct
The Kota Bharu High Court has upheld the acquittal of a police officer facing drug charges, ruling that no credible information or reasonable suspicion existed to indicate he was abusing narcotics.
High Court Rejects Bid to Freeze RM544 Million in Singapore Assets Linked to Na'imah and Others
The High Court has turned down a prosecution application seeking to prevent the removal of approximately RM544 million in assets allegedly held by Na'imah, her son, and seven associates in Singapore.
High Court rejects MACC's attempt to freeze RM544 million in assets tied to Naimah and eight others
Malaysia's High Court has turned down the MACC's request to freeze RM544 million in assets connected to Naimah and eight other individuals. The funds, held as investment accounts in Singapore, were the subject of the anti-corruption agency's legal challenge.
High Court Awards Full Custody of Autistic Child's Sibling to Father
A High Court in Kuala Lumpur has granted full custody of an autistic child's younger sibling to the father, with no conditions or bond imposed in the closely-watched Zayn Rayyan family case.
High Court Halts Enforcement of Drug Price Order Pending Legal Challenge
The High Court has temporarily halted enforcement of a drug price order, with Justice Alice Loke ruling that suspending the directive is essential to maintain the existing situation during ongoing legal challenges.
Father Awarded Full Custody of Younger Son in Zayn Rayyan Case
A High Court judge has granted Zayn Rayyan's father full and unconditional custody of his younger son, reversing restrictions previously imposed by the magistrates' court.
Court Clarifies Indira Gandhi Ruling Does Not Apply to Pre-2018 Child Conversions
The High Court has determined that the landmark Indira Gandhi ruling does not affect child conversions that occurred before 2018. The court also highlighted that the Federal Court's decision has left several constitutional questions surrounding Article 12(4) unresolved.
High Court orders Papagomo to pay RM280,000 to Lim Guan Eng, son in defamation case
A High Court judgment has found blogger Papagomo liable for defamation, ordering him to compensate Lim Guan Eng and his son with RM280,000 for false and damaging statements made online.
Court Orders Restaurant Owners to Pay Astro Unit RM125,000 Over Copyright Breach
A High Court has ruled in favour of an Astro subsidiary, awarding RM125,000 in damages against two restaurant owners found liable for copyright infringement. The defendants had contested allegations that they broadcast protected content without authorisation.