Govt may raise maximum compound for over 700 traffic offences to RM500 (opens original article in a new tab)

The government is planning to amend the Road Transport Act 1987 to increase maximum compound rates for over 700 traffic offences from RM300 to RM500, with new provisions targeting illegal racing, micromobility vehicles, and repeat offences.

• Government plans to increase maximum compound for over 700 traffic offences from RM300 to RM500
• Amendments to Road Transport Act 1987 include new provisions for illegal racing, speed trials, and micromobility vehicle regulations
• Proposed changes aim to address serious and repeat traffic offences through stricter penalties and enforcement powers