What bail conditions did the court impose for the accused teacher?

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Court Sets Bail Conditions for Accused Teacher

The court has set bail at RM9,000 with one surety for a former religious school teacher accused of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old student. Additionally, the accused must report to the nearest police station monthly and is prohibited from contacting the victim or witnesses. These conditions were imposed during the court proceedings in Ipoh.
Bail Amount and Surety

The Sessions Court in Ipoh fixed the bail amount at RM9,000, requiring one surety to guarantee the accused's appearance in court. This decision followed arguments from both the prosecution and the defence regarding the appropriate bail sum.
Reporting and Non-Interference Orders

As part of the bail conditions, the accused, Muhamad Najmuddin Jamal, 27, was ordered to report to the nearest police station on a monthly basis until the conclusion of his case. Furthermore, he was explicitly instructed not to interfere with the victim or any potential witnesses involved in the proceedings.
Background of the Charge

Muhamad Najmuddin pleaded not guilty to a charge under Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017. The accusation involves touching the private parts of a 12-year-old male student at a religious school in Hulu Chepor, Chemor, in August 2024. If convicted, the charge carries a potential prison sentence of up to 20 years and whipping.

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