Johor polls: Cops have opened seven investigation papers related to state election

JOHOR BARU: The police have opened seven investigation papers (IPs) for various offences reported in regards to the Johor state election.

Johor police state election media spokesman Supt Ibrahim Mat Som said among the offences were damaging posters, flags and banners.

"Others include removing or burning them which is against the law," he said in a statement.

Supt Ibrahim said that legal action can be taken against those committing the offences under Section 504 of the Penal Code and improper use of network facilities under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.

He said the offences could also be investigated under Section 24 (B)(3) of the Elections Offences Act 1954.

"We have also approved 36 permits for political ceramah on Monday (Feb 28)," added Supt Ibrahim.

He said Johor police would like to advise any parties who were having or facing problems in regards to the Johor state election to refer to the police for further action.