09/04/2026
Justice has once again been upheld today in the defamation case involving false remarks made against our client, a State Exco Member and State Assemblyman.
The Court today dismissed the defendant’s attempt to set aside the judgment, thereby affirming the RM1.2 million award in favour of our client. This marks another important step in ensuring accountability for defamatory conduct on social media and reinforces that false and damaging allegations cannot be made with impunity.
This case is a clear reminder that online defamation is a serious legal wrong. Social media is not a licence to spread false and harmful accusations without consequences.
In law, an online defamation claim generally requires proof that:
The statement is defamatory in nature;
It refers to the person affected; and
It was published to others, including through social media platforms such as Facebook.
Even though public figures such as State Exco Members and State Assemblymen are subject to public scrutiny, criticism must remain fair, factual, and lawful.
False accusations that damage reputation and public trust can result in substantial legal liability.
If you believe you have been defamed online, the first step is to preserve the evidence immediately: screenshot all defamatory posts, comments, likes, and shares; save the direct links; download and keep copies of any videos; and save the full webpage in HTML format where possible.
Digital evidence can be deleted or altered quickly, so prompt action is crucial. After that, seek professional legal advice as soon as possible to ensure the evidence is properly preserved and your rights are protected.
