The Drug Dependants (Treatment and Rehabilitation) (Amendment) Act 2024 was gazetted on 17 October 2024 and reported in force on 1 August 2025. It extends the treatment and rehabilitation regime from drug dependants to drug or substance dependants and misusers, and allows courts to order community or centre-based treatment. It does not repeal sections 6 or 15 of the Dangerous Drugs Act, so possession and consumption remain criminal.[1][2]
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References
- Malaysia — Drug Dependants (Treatment and Rehabilitation) (Amendment) Act 2024 (Act A1726)Sections 1–8; Royal Assent 9 October 2024, gazetted 17 October 2024.
- New Straits Times — Amended Drug Dependants and Misusers law takes effect today (1 August 2025)Reported commencement date.
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