Socks issue: Technician now claims trial over FB post

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PETALING JAYA: A technician has now pleaded not guilty in the sessions court here today over an allegedly offensive Facebook post on the “Allah” socks issue.

Chiok Wai Loong was charged again under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act with posting the offensive remarks with the intention to annoy or harass others.If found guilty, he could face a fine of up to RM50,000 or a maximum one year jail term.SPONSORED CONTENT Sabah revenue hits RM6.

Earlier today, the High Court quashed Chiok’s conviction and six-month jail sentence over the impugned Facebook post, holding that the sessions court did not observe proper practice when recording his guilty plea.Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express’s Telegram channel.* Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel for the latest news you don't want to miss.

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