Shadhin Hossain v Pendakwa Raya
Shadhin Hossain, a Bangladeshi national, was charged under Section 15(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 for overstaying his work pass by 6 months and 19 days. He pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 2 months imprisonment from the date of arrest. The court considered his guilty plea, first-time offender status, and personal circumstances but upheld the sentence as a deterrent.
Overview
Case Number
WA-62PT-727-08/2023
Case Type
Criminal - Immigration offense
Court
Mahkamah Sesyen Jenayah 12, Kuala Lumpur
Coram Judge
- Norina Binti Zainol AbidinDelivered Judgment
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Subject Matter
immigration lawoverstayingsentencing