Criminal Law

Practice Area

Description

Criminal Breach of Trust (“CBT”) cases, including embezzlement and misappropriation of funds;
Offences under the Penal Code, such as fraud, cheating, and misrepresentation;
Cases involving breaches of Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009 (“MACC Act”), including corruption and misuse of government funds;
Defense against charges of money laundering and financial irregularities;
Opposing police applications for remand extensions across multiple jurisdictions;
Challenging unlawful arrests by MACC and other enforcement authorities;
Advising on compliance with anti-corruption laws and related legal frameworks.

Success Stories

Yew Huoi, How & Associates is renowned for its consistent success in defending clients accused of commercial crimes.

Through meticulous representation and strategic advocacy, we have delivered exceptional results for our clients in even the most complex cases.

In May 2020, we successfully defended a luxury car operator in Kuala Lumpur against charges of Criminal Breach of Trust.

Following a 10-day trial, our client was acquitted at the close of the prosecution’s case, and this acquittal was upheld on appeal in 2021.

In 2024, we secured our client’s freedom in a significant case involving allegations of fraud by MACC and breaches under the Penjana programme.

Additionally, we achieved another notable success by obtaining the release of a client accused of Criminal Breach of Trust involving an insurance premium.

By effectively raising reasonable doubt in the prosecution’s case, we safeguarded our client’s rights.

Between August and November 2024, we successfully opposed numerous police applications to extend the remand of our client, who was detained across multiple District Headquarters (IPDs) in different states for the same matter.

Our experience in handling such cases dates back to 2016, earning us a reputation for rigorous defense strategies that are highly regarded by the police and the MACC.

Additionally, in 2023, we successfully challenged and secured the dismissal of multiple unlawful arrests conducted by the Anti-Corruption Commission.

With a steadfast commitment to justice and a deep understanding of commercial crime law, we ensure that our clients receive unparalleled representation tailored to their unique legal challenges.