Malaysia legislation

Section 25

of PAWNBROKERS ACT 1972

Section 25

Obligation on pawnbroker to account for surplus within four months subject to set-off

(2)

The pawnbroker shall pay the surplus to the pawner if a claim is made by the pawner within the period of four months as specified in subsection (1).

(3)

Any person who contravenes this section commits an offence.

Disposal of unclaimed surplus