Be reasonable when imposing compounds on SOP violators, says Bersatu youth wing

KUALA LUMPUR: The authorities should impose reasonable fines based on the severity of the violation of the Covid-19 standard operating procedures (SOPs), says Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia's Youth wing (Armada).

Bersatu Armada Legal Bureau chief Mohamad Siddiq Azani said the party was aware of the increase in fines for SOP violators effective March 11.

"Through this amendment, violators may be fined up to RM10,000. Armada is urging the authorities to impose a reasonable amount based on the suitability of the situation to ensure compliance to the SOP," he said in a statement on Saturday (Feb 27).

He also urged those who have been compounded to appeal to the courts if they could not afford to pay the fine.

"For example, if someone is issued with a RM1,000 compound, the individual could still appeal to lower the amount based on the discretion of the courts and the facts of the case, ” said Mohammad Siddiq.

"We hope the authorities will use their discretion and issue reasonable compounds to the offenders," he added, saying that those who need further advice on the matter could contact Armada's Legal Bureau at Facebook Armada Bersatu Malaysia.