Akta Keterangan 1950 (Akta 56) & Akta Keterangan Saksi Kanak-Kanak 2007 (Akta 676) (Hingga 1hb Sept 2023)

Akta Keterangan 1950 (Akta 56) is a Malaysian law that sets out the rules and procedures for the admissibility of evidence in court proceedings. The law provides for the types of evidence that are admissible in court, such as oral testimony, documents, and physical objects. It also sets out the rules for the examination and cross-examination of witnesses, and the methods for authenticating and verifying evidence.

Under the Akta Keterangan 1950, evidence may be admissible if it is relevant to the case and is not excluded by any legal or procedural rules. The law also sets out various rules for the admissibility of certain types of evidence, such as hearsay evidence, opinion evidence, and documentary evidence.

The Akta Keterangan Saksi Kanak-Kanak 2007 (Akta 676) is a Malaysian law that deals specifically with the admissibility of evidence given by child witnesses in court proceedings. The law recognizes the potential difficulties that child witnesses may face when giving evidence in court, and provides for special procedures to be followed when questioning child witnesses.

Under the Akta Keterangan Saksi Kanak-Kanak 2007, child witnesses may give evidence through a video recording of their testimony, which is made prior to the trial and played in court. The law also provides for the appointment of a special officer, called a "pengamal sumpah kanak-kanak," who is trained to assist child witnesses in giving evidence in court.

In addition, the law sets out various rules for the questioning of child witnesses, including restrictions on the types of questions that may be asked and the manner in which they are asked. The law also provides for the use of intermediaries, who are trained professionals that can help child witnesses understand and respond to questions in court.

Overall, the Akta Keterangan 1950 and the Akta Keterangan Saksi Kanak-Kanak 2007 provide important rules and procedures for the admissibility of evidence in court proceedings in Malaysia. These laws help to ensure that evidence is properly considered and evaluated, and that the rights of witnesses, including child witnesses, are protected during the legal process.