You may have burning questions on matters, but you may not be sure where to turn for answers. This is where lawyer Datuk Wan Azmir on TikTok comes in. With more than half a million likes on his videos, he has answered questions such as ‘What to do if the police ask you to unlock your phone’ and ‘your ex not paying their debts?’
A Managing Partner at Hafarizam Wan & Aisha Mubarak, and with 18 years of experience under his belt, Datuk Wan Azmir often handles prominent clients including politicians and celebrities including Malaysian actor Sharnaaz Adhmad, who was recently acquitted of punching a security guard.
We rounded up some of the interesting topics that the lawyer has addressed on his TikTok page here. The text is mostly shown on video while he goes around looking important and rather debonair with his salt & pepper hair:
What to do if you are ordered to ‘unlock’ your phone to be checked by a police officer?
- Ask them to show their ‘kad kuasa’ or authority card which shows their rank. This comes in four colours including blue, yellow, white, and red (suspended so they have no authority).
- Ask politely why they need to check your phone and what crime you are suspected of.
- If pressed, just hand over your phone and don’t resist them but make a police report afterwards if you feel that the officer accessed your phone without a valid reason.
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Can a wife say no to sex? What happens if you’re sick, but your husband forces you to have sex with him? Is that considered marital rape?
Yes, any man during the subsistence (the state of remaining in force or effect) of a valid marriage causes hurt or fear of death or hurt to his wife or any other person in order to have sex shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 5 years.
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Can you be forced into marriage if you are caught by Jabatan Agama Islam Selangor (JAIS) or Jabatan Agama Islam Wilayah (JAWI) in a hotel?
JAWI or JAIS are responsible for enforcing Syariah law relating to morality and religious transgressions in Malaysia. Unmarried couples who carry out sexual activities at a hotel or private location will be punished by law and will be required to attend counselling or moral rehabilitation programs by religious authorities. If caught by religious authorities, some couples may choose to get married to avoid action being taken against them even though it is not enforced by law.
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What happens if your ex doesn’t pay their debts?
Issue a letter of demand for the unpaid amount if you don’t have any summons pending in court. Make sure you have their full name according to their I.C., address, proof of loan, bank transaction receipt, online transfer, and proof of conversation.
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Is stalking a crime on social media?
Yes, it is! According to Datuk Wan Azmir, stalking involves a pattern of unwanted attention such as following, messaging, or persistent contact despite being told to stop. Cyberstalking, including online harassment and tracking of someone’s online activities, can also lead to legal action. Stalkers may face criminal charges including imprisonment, fines, or probation. Tips: if you’re a victim, document instances of stalking including dates, time, and evidence like messages or photos.
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Note: this article does not constitute legal advice and you should still consult a personal lawyer if you are planning to take legal action.
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