New law needed instead of charging young girls for murder in mishandling newborn babies, says Chong Eng


GEORGE TOWN: A new law should be looked into to deal with cases where young ladies have to be charged for dumping their babies, says Penang state women and family development, gender inclusiveness and religions other than Islam committee chairman Chong Eng.

Citing the case of college student M. Santhea, who tossed her newborn baby out of a 13th-floor apartment unit, Chong Eng said charges under Section 302 of the Penal Code offered no room for negotiation once convicted.

Limited time offer:
Just RM5 per month.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM5/month

Billed as RM5/month for the 1st 6 months then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

New law , Newborn babies , Chong Eng , M. Santhea

   

Next In Nation

Copter tragedy: Formation flying SOP may be reviewed pending crash investigation, says minister
UN climate change meet a good yardstick for Johor Green Deal progress, says exco man
Johor looking to Shenzhen for economic inspiration, says MB
Bollywood dreams: TV, streaming content mulled to boost Ipoh's 'creative city' status
Govt dismayed UM became 'ground zero' for Gilley's insensitive remarks, says Fahmi
Copter tragedy: Able Seaman Joanna Felicia Rohna laid to rest
Pak Lah admitted to IJN, condition is stable says family
UM to submit report on controversial talk by US lecturer Gilley
Court of appeal five-member panel to hear Muhyiddin's bid to get leave to review
Driver who honked near Penang mosque did so accidentally, say police

Others Also Read