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Malaysia Rejects Death Penalty for DUI, Strengthens Victim Support

4/13/2026

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Anthony Loke, Malaysian Transport Minister, said there is no need to add the death penalty to the Road Transport Act 1987 for DUI.
He said existing laws are adequate for serious offenses, with some offenders potentially charged under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder.
The government has halted mandatory death penalties and will amend the act to strengthen support for victims' families, including compensation from offenders.

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Anthony Loke, Malaysian Transport Minister, said there is no need to add the death penalty to the Road Transport Act 1987 for DUI.
He said existing laws are adequate for serious offenses, with some offenders potentially charged under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder.
The government has halted mandatory death penalties and will amend the act to strengthen support for victims' families, including compensation from offenders.