KUALA LUMPUR: Applications for a pardon or remission of a sentence must be submitted by the prisoner concerned for consideration by the Pardons Board, which is chaired by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
Istana Negara, in a statement today, stated that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong has prerogative powers under Article 42(1) and (2) of the Federal Constitution.
This provision grants the Yang di-Pertuan Agong the power to grant pardons, reprieves and respites for offences committed within the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, and Putrajaya.
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His Majesty may also remit, suspend, or commute sentences imposed by the courts for such offences.
“The Yang di-Pertuan Agong exercises this authority with the advice of the Pardons Board, which is chaired by His Majesty.
“Therefore, any party wishing to propose pardon or remission of sentence for a prisoner must ensure the application is submitted by the prisoner for consideration by the Pardons Board chaired by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong at the next meeting,“ read the statement.
Istana Negara also reminded all parties to respect the Federal Constitution and adhere to the laws.
