Lawyers split on how to deal with MCO violators

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Tough action will ensure the success of the movement control order, but locking people up could be defeatist. FMTNews MCO

Police say they are prepared to enforce the movement control order more strictly as the partial lockdown enters its third week.

Under the act, an offender can be imprisoned for up to two years, fined or both. Repeat offenders could be slapped with a fine, jail not exceeding five years, or both. She said police bail could be offered to suspects, who could then be asked to return to court when the prosecution is ready to charge them.

 

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