Photo: Bernama
KUALA LUMPUR: The Zara Qairina Mahathir case will be the first time specific anti-bullying laws will be used under the newly introduced Section 507D of the Penal Code, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail says.
"The amendments were just gazetted in July this year and this is the first case under Section 507D of the Penal Code," said the Home Minister, adding that bullying used to be probed under Section 233 of the Penal Code.
Related stories:
- Detained teacher put up TikTok ‘to make content’ about Zara Qairina, says Saifuddin Nasution
- Muhyiddin urges govt to enact anti-bullying law following Zara's death
- Zara Qairina's diary provides insight into victim's mental state, says Saifuddin
- Elements of bullying, neglect, sexual harassment found in Zara’s case, Home Minister tells Parliament
- Zara Qairina case: Takiyuddin questions need for inquest with probe still ongoing
- Opposition MP urges all involved in Zara's inquest to do so with integrity
- Backbencher chokes back tears during debate on Zara Qairina death
- Inquest into Zara's death to begin Sept 3, says coroner
- Don't politicise deaths of bullying victims, Anwar warns
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Thank you for your report!
