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Kelantan will present its new Syariah Offences (Kelantan) Bill 2026 to the state assembly next week, replacing legislation invalidated by the Federal Court's landmark February 2024 ruling on state legislative powers.
A Federal Court judge has criticised the legal team representing Datuk Seri Najib Razak for filing an adjournment request at the eleventh hour in his RM1.9 million civil case against former attorney-general Tan Sri Tommy Thomas.
The Federal Court has rejected Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor's final attempt to remove the judge who convicted her in the RM1.25 billion solar hybrid project corruption scandal, closing off another legal avenue of appeal.
A Malaysian appeals court has reserved its decision in a significant constitutional case involving Firdaus Wong, which will determine whether private citizens can be sued for violating another person's fundamental rights under the Federal Constitution.
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A Federal Court ruling permitting Resident Associations to restrict access for non-paying residents has sparked concerns about property rights erosion and the proper application of the rule of law in Malaysia.
Malaysia's Federal Court has upheld the acquittal of former minister Syed Saddiq in a majority decision, concluding a three-year legal dispute over corruption and money laundering allegations.
Federal Court Chief Justice Abu Bakar Jais has defended the postponement of a ruling, stating that delays arising from judicial illness are not extraordinary occurrences within the Malaysian court system.
The Federal Court has acquitted Muar MP Syed Saddiq of all charges related to misappropriation and money laundering involving Armada funds, ending a protracted legal battle and clearing the way for his marriage.
Malaysia's Federal Court has upheld the acquittal and discharge of Muar member of parliament Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman in a corruption case. The prosecution has formally accepted the court's decision.
The Federal Court has upheld the acquittal of Muar Member of Parliament Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman on all criminal charges stemming from a six-year legal battle involving alleged misappropriation of youth organisation funds.
Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman will proceed with wedding plans to fiancée Bella Astillah following the Federal Court's confirmation of his acquittal on corruption-related charges.
Malaysia's Federal Court has upheld the acquittal of Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman on criminal breach of trust and money laundering charges tied to Bersatu Youth, ending the prosecution's legal challenge.
In a dramatic 2-1 ruling, Malaysia's Federal Court has acquitted former minister Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman of all charges, overturning his earlier conviction in his final appeal hearing at Putrajaya.
The Federal Court has upheld Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman's acquittal on four corruption-related charges, ending a prolonged legal battle for the Youth and Sports Minister.
Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman hosted media personnel and supporters to nasi lemak and lempeng outside the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya following the Federal Court's ruling on his corruption-related cases.
The Federal Court has adjourned proceedings in Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman's appeal after two of three judges delivered conflicting rulings, leaving the final verdict dependent on the third judge's decision.
Muar Member of Parliament Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman arrived at Putrajaya's Palace of Justice on July 13 as the Federal Court prepared to deliver a significant ruling in his case, with supporters and family members assembling to witness the outcome.
Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman presented a confident demeanour as he arrived at Malaysia's highest court for a critical ruling on the prosecution's challenge to his earlier acquittal on four corruption-related charges.
Actress Bella Astillah has expressed emotional support for Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman ahead of the Federal Court's ruling on the prosecution's appeal against his acquittal on four corruption charges.
The High Court has suspended the Malaysian Bar's judicial review challenge to Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's controversial discharge not amounting to an acquittal, awaiting the outcome of his Federal Court appeal scheduled for October.
The Federal Court has deferred its ruling on the prosecution's appeal of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman's acquittal on graft charges until July 13. The decision marks another critical juncture in a politically significant case.
The Federal Court has rejected former Patimas director Ng Back Heang's final attempt to overturn his conviction in a RM1.2 million insider trading case, finding his appeal raised no novel legal issues.
Federal Court has deferred its decision on whether to reinstate corruption convictions against Muar MP Syed Saddiq, with the ruling now scheduled for July 13. The Muar MP appeared visibly disappointed at the postponement.
The Federal Court has delayed its ruling on the prosecution's final appeal challenging Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman's corruption acquittal, with judgment now set for July 13.
The Muar MP arrived at the Palace of Justice as Malaysia's highest court prepares to rule on the prosecution's bid to restore his seven-year prison term, corporal punishment, and RM10 million fine.
Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman is set to receive the Federal Court's final judgment today, concluding a six-year legal ordeal involving corruption-related charges that has dominated Malaysian political discourse.
Singer-actress Bella Astillah, fiancée of Muar MP Syed Saddiq, arrived at the Federal Court seeking prayers ahead of the apex court's decision on his pending appeal.
Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman will learn the outcome of his Federal Court appeal on corruption charges tomorrow, marking the conclusion of his legal battle.
Malaysia's Federal Court will rule this afternoon on whether former Felda chairman Isa was wrongfully prevented from mounting a defence before his conviction was reinstated following an earlier acquittal.
Former Youth and Sports Minister Syed Saddiq has adopted a contemplative posture ahead of a significant Federal Court ruling, expressing trust in divine will as the judicial decision draws near.