What evidence was lacking to charge Khairuddin for quarantine breach?

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No Charges Filed Against Minister Khairuddin for Quarantine Breach Due to Lack of Evidence

No charges will be filed against Minister Khairuddin Aman Razali for failing to undergo home quarantine after returning from Turkey in July. The Attorney General’s Chambers concluded that there was insufficient solid evidence to establish a charge under the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 (Act 342). This decision was made following police investigations which were completed and submitted on October 1.
Absence of Required Quarantine Order Form

A key factor in the decision was the finding that Minister Khairuddin was never issued Form 14b. This form, according to Health Ministry guidelines, is a mandatory requirement for an observation or supervision order. Such an order is necessary under subsection 15(1) of Act 342 for individuals to undergo quarantine.
Prosecutorial Discretion Exercised

The Attorney General's decision not to proceed with charges aligns with the powers vested in the public prosecutor under Clause (3) of Article 145 of the Federal Constitution. This constitutional provision grants the public prosecutor the discretion to commence, conduct, or terminate any proceedings for an offence.
Completion of Police Investigations

Police investigations into the alleged breach of quarantine regulations were finalized and submitted to the Attorney General's Chambers on October 1. While investigations were completed, the subsequent review of the evidence by the AG's Chambers did not yield sufficient grounds to proceed with a prosecution.

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