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Hearsay evidence permissible in Suhakam inquiry, says commissioner

Suhakam commissioner Datuk Mah Weng Kwai speaks during a press conference in Kuala Lumpur April 4, 2019. — Picture by Mukhriz Hazim

He said Suhakam inquiries are not bound by the Evidence Act 1950, such as in criminal and civil cases.

 

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Sure, Suhakam can do whatever they like. But the point Tun was making was that for the government to act, there has to be more proof than just hearsay.

Suhakam need 2b more realistic & not play 2 d gallery on such a serious matter. 'Hearsay' & point finger at a specific offender. That's a little bit far-fetched.

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