Which specific laws will be used to investigate unity disruptors?

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Existing Malaysian Laws Are Deemed Sufficient to Prosecute Those Disrupting Unity and Harmony

The bill to establish a National Harmony and Reconciliation Commission will not proceed, as the government has determined that existing legislation is adequate to address issues concerning religion and race. The decision to discontinue the formulation of a new bill was made because many of its proposed functions overlapped with current acts. Consequently, individuals found to be deliberately disrupting unity and harmony can be investigated and charged under several existing laws.
Sedition Act 1948 and Penal Code Provisions

Among the key statutes available for prosecuting those who disrupt inter-racial and religious harmony is the Sedition Act 1948 (Act 15). Additionally, specific sections of the Penal Code (Act 574) can be invoked. These include Section 504, which deals with intentional insult to provoke a breach of the peace; Section 505, concerning statements likely to cause public mischief; and Section 506, which addresses criminal intimidation.
Communications and Multimedia Act 1998

Further legal recourse is provided by the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588). Specifically, Section 233 of this act can be used to investigate and charge individuals for improper use of network facilities or network services. This provision allows for action against content that is indecent, offensive, menacing, or causes annoyance, which can encompass acts that aim to disrupt national unity.
National Unity Advisory Council's Role

While the proposed National Harmony and Reconciliation Commission will not be formed, the intended roles and functions outlined in its bill are not being discarded entirely. These functions will be coordinated and implemented through the existing National Unity Advisory Council (MPPN). This council will serve as a mechanism to manage and address matters related to national unity, leveraging the capabilities of the current legal framework.

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