Penal Code (Act 574) - As at 10/9/2025

Malaysia's criminal laws are outlined in the Penal Code (Act 574) statute. It was passed in 1936 during the British colonial era and has subsequently undergone numerous revisions. The 511 parts of the Criminal Code are broken down into 23 chapters.

The Penal Code offers a thorough framework for Malaysia's criminal justice system. It lays forth the numerous crimes that may be committed, the associated penalties, and the guiding principles of criminal responsibility that should guide everyone's behaviour.