AG says not bound to explain withdrawal of criminal prosecutions


PUTRAJAYA: The Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) has the lawful discretion to initiate or discontinue charges in criminal cases under the Federal Constitution, says Datuk Ahmad Terrirudin Mohd Salleh.

The Attorney General (AG) said the role of the AG, as the Public Prosecutor, was well established and protected under Article 145 of the Constitution.

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