Act 342: MOH to use three-tiered penalty system, based on seriousness of offence

Updated at 8.33pm | The Health Ministry will use a three-tiered penalty system in issuing compounds against offenders who violate the anti-pandemic procedures.

According to a briefing session by MOH today, the system would be part of a guideline they are preparing, to be implemented when and if their proposed amendments on Act 342 gets passed by the Parliament.

The Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act, or better known as Act 342, currently gives the health director-general the power to impose a maximum of RM1,000 fine against individuals...