Criminal Procedure Code · Updated to 1 May 2023 · Chapter XXVIII · Suspensions, Remissions and Commutations of Sentences
Section 301
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offence
Defined · s 2
“offence” means any act or omission made punishable by any law for the time being in force;
(a)
death;
(b)
imprisonment;
(c)
fine.
fine
Defined · s 2
“fine” includes any fine, pecuniary penalty or forfeiture or compensation adjudged upon any conviction of any crime or offence or for the breach of any law for the time being in force by any Court in Malaysia;