MACC has legal discretion over compounds, says Chief Justice (opens original article in a new tab)

Chief Justice affirmed that MACC has legal discretion over compounds in corruption cases, stating that enforcement agencies have the prerogative to use compounds and settlements.

• Chief Justice stated that MACC has legal discretion over compounds in corruption cases.
• Enforcement agencies have the prerogative to use compounds and settlements in corruption-related cases.
• The Chief Justice's statement clarifies the legal authority regarding compounds in corruption cases.