KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia July 14, 2025 –
Bukit Gelugor Member of Parliament and DAP National Legal Bureau Chairman Ramkarpal Singh has issued a stern demand for a comprehensive investigation into the purported leak of Judicial Appointments Committee (JAC) meeting minutes. In a strongly worded media statement released today, Singh emphasized that the probe must extend beyond the circumstances of the leak to address the authenticity and contents of the documents, which have sparked serious allegations of judicial interference.
The controversy erupted after the alleged minutes, believed to originate from a May JAC meeting, went viral on social media platforms including Reddit, Facebook, and X over the weekend. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail confirmed that investigations have commenced under Section 8 of the Official Secrets Act 1972, Section 203A of the Penal Code, and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act. However, Singh expressed disappointment that the police have not addressed the critical issue of investigating the allegations of judicial misconduct detailed in the leaked documents.
Singh argued that Khalid’s acknowledgment of the investigation under the Official Secrets Act implies the minutes’ authenticity, heightening the urgency to scrutinize the serious claims they contain. “These allegations strike at the very core of the judiciary’s integrity, a cornerstone of any democracy,” he stated, asserting that the public has a right to know the truth.
With the government under scrutiny, Singh warned that any perceived lack of resolve in protecting judicial integrity could undermine confidence in the Madani administration. He highlighted the timeliness of the issue, given the impending appointments of the Chief Justice, President of the Court of Appeal, and the Chief Judges of Malaya and Sabah and Sarawak. Under Article 122B(1) of the Federal Constitution, these appointments are made by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on the advice of the Prime Minister, following consultation with the Conference of Rulers.
Singh urged the Prime Minister to exercise utmost caution in providing advice for these key positions, particularly concerning a judge implicated in the leaked minutes. “With the greatest respect, this judge should not be considered for any of these posts until the allegations are thoroughly investigated and resolved,” he said, noting that any finding of wrongdoing would cast serious doubt on the individual’s integrity.
The MP stressed the need for a transparent and exhaustive investigation, warning that anything less could erode public trust in the government. As the nation watches, the outcome of this probe could have far-reaching implications for Malaysia’s judicial system and political landscape.