Chief Justice says judiciary welcomes constructive criticism, condemns attempts at intimidation


PUTRAJAYA: It is very mischievous for anyone to try to tarnish the image of the courts and bring it into disrepute through unfair, biased and oftentimes unenlightened criticism simply because they happen to not like particular decisions, says Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat.

The Chief Justice said constructive criticism was always welcome, but not attempts to undermine the judiciary’s independence.

"Last year, attempts to intimidate or otherwise exert improper pressure on judges presiding over public interest cases became more obvious.

"These attempts are a direct affront to the rule of law and judicial independence.

"They certainly deserve condemnation and indeed many have spoken out against them in strong terms. Last year, the judiciary was the target of scurrilous attacks during the hearing of certain high-profile cases,” she said in her speech at the Opening of the Legal Year 2023 here on Monday (Jan 9).

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