Malaysia legislation
Section 142
Section 142
Power of Headman to give orders
A Headman may give such written or verbal orders as are reasonably necessary for the execution of his duties under this
Ordinance, and which are not inconsistent with any bylaw or regulation made by a local authority or other person, to any person belonging to the race or races in respect of which he is appointed or recognized as a Headman and who is for the time being within the area of such Headman’s jurisdiction.