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Saved example · produced 24 Oct 2026

YOU · 24 Oct 2026
find me the law on public defamation
LOCUS · 24 Oct 20268 CITATIONS · 8 SOURCES

Malaysian law addresses defamation through both civil and criminal provisions. The Defamation Act 1957 governs civil liability and privileges for certain publications, while the Penal Code creates criminal offences for defamation and related publication offences. The Printing Presses and Publications Act 1984 adds a specific offence for maliciously publishing false news.

This information is for legal research only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult a qualified Malaysian lawyer for advice on your specific situation.

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  1. [1] § 11DEFAMATION ACT 1957p. 10
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  2. [2] § 12DEFAMATION ACT 1957p. 10
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  3. [3] § sched.1/para.1DEFAMATION ACT 1957p. 14
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  4. [4] § 499PENAL CODEp. 259Act amended 01/05/2025
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  5. [5] § 500PENAL CODEp. 263Act amended 01/05/2025
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  6. [6] § 501PENAL CODEp. 263Act amended 01/05/2025
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  7. [7] § 124IPENAL CODEp. 81Act amended 01/05/2025
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  8. [8] § 8APRINTING PRESSES AND PUBLICATIONS ACT 1984p. 12
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