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Lee Shi-Ian; Jalina Joheng
New Straits Times
01-26-2002
Greater clout for police to wipe out illegal gaming
Byline: Lee Shi-Ian; Jalina Joheng
Edition: Main/Lifestyle; 2*
Section: National

KUALA LUMPUR, Fri. - Police have been granted additional powers following amendments made to the Common Gaming Houses Act 1953 in their efforts to wipe out the illegal gaming menace.

Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Norian Mai said under the amendments, police were empowered to close any premises or part of it that was believed to be used for gaming activities.
However, he said only the district police chief has the authority to issue the order for the premises or part of it to be closed under Section ...

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