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Cyberbullying in Malaysia is no longer just a social issue but a criminal offense. Amendments to the Penal Code in December 2024 criminalized online harassment, including threats, insults, and defamation intended to provoke harm, with penalties of up to one year in prison and fines. If the provocation leads to suicide or attempted suicide, the sentence can be up to 10 years. These changes provide legal tools for law enforcement to address the growing problem of online bullying, which often occurs alongside traditional bullying but leaves a digital trail of evidence.
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