Bersih 2.0 criticises Nur Jazlan Mohamed’s refusal to comment on its chairperson Maria Chin Abdullah’s detention under Sosma by hiding behind a cowardly sub judice excuse.
Sub judice or “under judicial consideration” is no longer relevant in our context as it was used in trial by jury. Cases are now heard by judges who are trained experts who cannot be swayed or influenced by public opinion. It does not preclude the disclosure of facts and fair comment especially if it is on a matter of public interest.
Maria’s unfair detention under SOSMA and her treatment as a terrorist is not just a national issue but has attracted international attention.
It is irresponsible for Nur Jazlan, especially in his capacity as Deputy Home Minister, to continue avoiding questions on the issue by citing sub judice which does not even apply. He is putting on a public show while allowing a crime to continue taking place as Maria’s detention is unlawful.
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We are only asking a simple question: Why is Maria being detained?
Bersih 2.0 demands that the authorities provide a valid basis for detaining Maria, a civil society leader, under Sosma and demands her immediate release.
We will continue to gather at Dataran Merdeka at 8pm every night in solidarity with Maria until she is released.
#BebasMaria #MansuhSOSMA
Bersih 2.0 Steering Committee members
AGENDA RAKYAT - Lima perkara utama
- Tegakkan maruah serta kualiti kehidupan rakyat
- Galakkan pembangunan saksama, lestari serta tangani krisis alam sekitar
- Raikan kerencaman dan keterangkuman
- Selamatkan demokrasi dan angkatkan keluhuran undang-undang
- Lawan rasuah dan kronisme
As an ordinary citizen of Malaysia, I am angered by the nonchalant manner our current ministers and authorities treat us with. Answers must be given to questions that are relevant to the situations, refusals or silence are not tolerable. Don’t for a moment think that the rakyat of Malaysia are going to forget these episodes. Don’t think all are simple minded or stupid enough to accept the lies we are fed. Who now holds the responsibility for the decision and action of detaining Maria Chin , own up, or just declare yourselves cowardly pawns….