MCMC: Up to RM50,000 fines and imprisonment for sharing hate speech involving Race, Religion and Royalty

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The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) Chairman Tan Sri Mohamad Salim Din has issued a reminder to the public not to upload or share hate speech involving 3R elements (3R – Race, Religion and Royalty).

The reminder comes following several incidents that could affect the country’s public order and harmony.

Violators can be slapped with fines up to RM50,000, imprisoned for a year, or both.

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Author / Journalist: Alexander Wong

Category: Lifestyle Nation

Topics: News Tan Sri Mohamad Salim Fateh Din Fake news Communications and Multimedia Act CMA 1998 MCMC Digital Life Social media

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Article Type: News Report

News Source URL: soyacincau.com

Readership Location: Malaysia

Published Date: 2023-03-19, 05:34:23

News Timezone: GMT +8:00

Language: English

Original Article Length: 253 words

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