Malaysia legislation

Section 72

of INSOLVENCY ACT 1967

Section 72

As regards the bankrupt, the Director General of Insolvency shall—

(a)

investigate the conduct of the bankrupt, and report to the court stating whether there is reason to believe that the bankrupt has committed any act which constitutes an offence under this Act or under section 421, 422, 423

or 424 of the Penal Code or which would justify the court in refusing, suspending or qualifying an order for his discharge;

(b)

make such other reports concerning the conduct of the bankrupt as the court directs or as may be prescribed;

Act 360

(c)

take such part as may be directed by the court or prescribed in the public examination of the bankrupt;

(d)

take such part and give such assistance in relation to the prosecution of any fraudulent bankrupt or any other person charged with an offence under this Act, as the

Public Prosecutor may direct.

Duties of Director General of Insolvency as to bankrupt’s estate