What specific laws were invoked in the flag incident investigation?

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Specific Laws Invoked in Flag Incident Investigation

Two individuals, a factory owner and an Indonesian worker, have been remanded for three days to facilitate investigations into the incident where the Malaysian flag was hoisted upside down at a plastic mould factory in the Senai Industrial Area. The investigation is proceeding under specific legislative provisions that address the improper use of national symbols and the misuse of communication networks.
Investigation Under Emblems and Names Act

The case is being investigated under Section 5 of the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Amendment Act 2017. This legislation pertains to the prohibition of the improper use of emblems and names, including national symbols like the Jalur Gemilang.
Investigation Under Communications and Multimedia Act

In addition to the Emblems and Names Act, the investigation also involves Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998. This section deals with the improper use of network facilities or network services, which is relevant given that images of the improperly hoisted flag were widely shared on social media.
Remand to Facilitate Investigation

The remand order, issued by Magistrate Sharifah Maleeha Syed Hussin at the Kulai Magistrate’s Court, allows the police to conduct a thorough investigation. The factory owner, aged 56, reportedly admitted to instructing his 23-year-old employee to replace a worn-out flag, but failed to supervise the process, leading to the flag being displayed incorrectly.

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