Elementary Law

Question 1 30 May 2020, The Star, Petaling Jaya: Amendments to the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333), which deals with drink driving, will be finalised in mid-June before being tabled at the next Parliament meeting, says Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. The amendments will spell out heavier and more appropriate mandatory punishment on intoxicated drivers who cause injuries or death to other road users, said Muhyiddin. Currently, Section 45A (1) of the Act provides for a fine of not less than RM1,000 and not more than RM6,000 or imprisonment of maximum 12 months. Meanwhile, drunk drivers who cause deaths can be punished under Section 44 of the Act, which provides for a maximum fine of RM20,000 and maximum 10 years' imprisonment. In addition, police should also assist families of drunk driving fatal accident victims, to file a civil suit in court. Discuss four (4) functions of law for the above situation. [20 marks)