Child Act protects all children, not just victims, says PM Dept's Legal Affairs Division


  • Nation
  • Wednesday, 20 Aug 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: The Child Act 2001 not only protects victims but also covers all children, whether they are victims, witnesses or accused.

According to the Legal Affairs Division of the Prime Minister's Department, proceedings in the Children's Court are also conducted behind closed doors to protect the rights and dignity of children under the age of 18, as well as to safeguard confidentiality.

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