Revisiting the right to remain silent in Malaysia: its significance to the accused in criminal trials

When a person faces trial in Malaysia, he has the right to refuse to testify and cannot be forced to do so, known as the right to remain silent. This right protects individuals from self-incrimination. In Malaysia, the right to remain silent is enshrined in the Federal Constitution. However, followi...

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Main Authors: Zulazhar Tahir, Jal Zabdi Mohd Yusoff
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Penerbit Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia 2024
Online Access:http://journalarticle.ukm.my/25250/
http://journalarticle.ukm.my/25250/1/JD%207.pdf