Reconsider drink driving-related amendments, urges retired judge

Former Appeals Court judge VC George has urged the Dewan Negara to reconsider amendments to the Road Transport Bill which was passed by the Dewan Rakyat on Aug 26. The amendments will be tabled in the Dewan Negara this week and aimed at curbing driving under the influence of alcohol.

Transport Minister Wee Ka Siong had said the amendments seek to toughen existing sentences through a higher fine of up to RM150,000 and a jail term of more than 20 years as well as the suspension of the driver’s licence...