| The recent disclosure of a clutch of videos by the MACC chief Latheefa Koya has predictably attracted wide public comments. Concerns raised include such issues as the right to privacy, right of an accused to a fair trial. In short, issues that deal with human rights, which are within the remit of this society.
It also made a preliminary assessment that the contents had potentially violated various laws: including the Official Secrets Act 1972, abuse of power, subverting the course of justice and corruption. Some involve its jurisdiction; others that of the police. Hence it passed the papers on to the police as well to continue with investigations for matters within their scope. So the MACC acted squarely within its statutory powers.
Surely that is not what we should wish to revert to. Opaque transparency which leads to the subversion of the course of justice.This case must necessarily be distinguished from normal crimes - even heinous ones committed by individuals. Crimes such as murder and the like. These are essentially between private persons.
Nearer home, the public has routinely demanded answers from the investigating authorities on the disappearance of pastor Raymond Koh, Amri Che Mat, Ruth Stepu and Joshua Helmi.The alleged wrongdoings are huge. First, subverting the course of justice. Seeking to cover up a crime by manipulated contrivances – such as creating evidence to justify an alleged wrong is a grave crime. It is an offence separate and distinct from the ongoing 1MDB or SRC criminal prosecutions.
The disclosure by the DPP seconded to MACC from the AG’s chambers of ongoing investigations to the alleged wrongdoer compromises the integrity of the MACC and the government. Disclosing investigations to potential wrongdoers so that they can cover up their tracks; or to solicit documentation to justify money laundering is what strikes at the due administration of justice.Quite obviously, the tapes have been provided by a whistleblower. Any person who discloses any alleged crime to the authorities such as the police or the MACC is protected by the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010.
Kudos to MACC for being brave to expose the recordings. The rakyat is now able to see the real truth and the real culprits.
At least the rakyat is in the picture as to what had unfolded.
“Right to know” is something we, the rakyat, should take importance for. This is after how much shit our previous leaders have done, and we need to know how much shit exactly they’ve done.
BuddingNoise Prof!!!
'As indicated, the facts disclose offences that are distinct from the ongoing prosecutions' ... I wonder if this is an accurate statement
Citizens of Malaysia has the right to know. The term government servants makes sense after all.
Already disclosed so what now to make it not legal will not stop Najib trial. He actually go to Kimanis and happy to show he is still the BossKu. LoL. Haven't taste the meaning of being jail and do not pass go and don't collect $200 which in this case 4.6bn US dollars.
Time is of the essence. If the authorities don't nab those alleged criminals by 2023, and if UMNO swings back into power, you can bet that those going behind bars are the ones who are now investigating the scandals.
syahredzan Couldn't have been more 'illegal' than the crimes committed by those in the telephone conversations?
Legal or not legal rakyat have the right to know what was happening during BN era because those people involved were paid monthly salary by the rakyat.
Nixon and Clinton were the sitting presidents when the disclosure were made. Would we able to do the same if it concerning Atok? Or there would be cover up and people have to wait until there is a change of government?
replying 'legal or not' just shows you haven't read the article
Legal....beruang mengaku arnab
Legal or not..its shows how high level conspiracy to cover 1MDB scandals. Bravo MACC.
Legal or not it was a distraction from more serious problems plaguing the nation.
Is it legal to rob people’s money? Legal to sign documents without reading? Legal to let anyone manage ur account but u dunno any crap going on? Legal to just act stupid in the court by saying I dunno I don’t remember? Stop all these drama! Podaaaahhhhh
Police confiscated cars, money and jewellery Legal or Not...? Asking STUPID Question assholes !!
At this stage, all most of us care, is to show the true colors of our ex leader & family. We hv been cheated, lied & robbed. Yet bossku in denial & delusional state & felt he was victimized & done no wrong. Hope they will b punished to the fullest extent of the law.
Legal or not, now World leaders will do this.
Don care on the legality...but the ppl deserve to know the truth that for so many yrs many have tried to deny
Even if it was not legal, the whole exposé was worth it. Malaysians now know how NajibRazak and his wife Rosmah Mansor and their gang trampled on the rights of every Malaysian. So what's bothering people like this fellow and anwaribrahim and abdulhadiawang
Tidak kedua-duanya. Politik -kempen.
As long as Rakyat knew what is going on that's legal!