Laws

Apparently, our modern love for pumps is at odds with some seriously ancient rules. Under Section 56 of the Sabah Water Supply Enactment 2003, tweaking your plumbing to get a faster flow of water could cost you up to RM10,000. And Regulation 41 of the 1961 rules? It forbids installing any pump or apparatus capable of altering water pressure without the written consent of the director of JANS—because apparently, we're too clever for our own good.

Our concept of justice often revolves around punishing criminals, but a truly just system goes beyond that. It should also aim to restore what was lost and ensure victims aren't left burdened by crime. In Malaysia, the current approach to crimes like burglary, snatch theft, robbery, and others prioritises punishing offenders, while victim compensation remains limited and uncertain. This needs to change.