MALACCA: The State Legislative Assembly unanimously passed an amended enactment to initiate punitive action with a maximum fine of RM250,000 or five years jail or both for those in possession of bogus datukship and official insignias.
Chief Minister Datuk Seri Idris Haron said offences were divided into sub-sections under the Insignia and Prevention of Misusing Unauthorised Names Enactment 1981 (amendment 2016) where those awarding the honorary titles and even recipients could face legal proceedings.
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