What specific laws are being invoked against the Cambodian mother and son?

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Specific Laws Invoked Against Cambodian Mother and Son for Offensive Remarks

A Cambodian woman and her son are facing charges in the Ayer Keroh Magistrates’ Court in Melaka related to a viral video containing allegedly offensive remarks. The mother is to be charged under Section 505(c) of the Penal Code, while her son will be charged under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Mother Charged Under Section 505(c) of the Penal Code

The 47-year-old woman is specifically being charged with uttering words with the intent to incite a class or community of persons. This charge stems from her alleged statement in a viral video that "Melayu malas" (Malays are lazy), which police deemed to have the intent to incite.
Son Charged Under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998

The 22-year-old son is facing charges for his role in disseminating the communication. He is accused of using network facilities to transmit content that is considered offensive, falling under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Case Referred to Attorney General’s Chambers

The investigation and subsequent charges have been processed through the relevant legal channels. The case was referred to the General Crime and Public Order Unit (UJAKA) at the Attorney General’s Chambers for further action.
Remarks Made During Social Media Live Stream

The incident originated from a video clip where the woman, who has resided in Malaysia for an extended period and owns a business in Johor Baru, made remarks comparing Cambodians as intelligent and hardworking against Malays whom she described as lazy. While she later claimed the statement was a joke and issued apologies, the content had already circulated widely on social media.

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