Criminal Defence Lawyer

If you, your child or a family member has been arrested, called in for police questioning, placed on remand, requires bail or is facing a criminal charge, early legal advice can help you understand the process and the next steps.

Chua Yong Yi & Co. provides criminal defence advice and court representation for adults, children and teenagers throughout Peninsular Malaysia, including Muar, Tangkak, Jasin and Melaka.

Communication is available in English, Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese.

When Should You Contact a Criminal Defence Lawyer?

Contact a criminal defence lawyer promptly if:

• You or a family member has been arrested or detained by the police
• The police have asked you to attend an interview or provide a statement
• The police are applying for remand
• Bail is required or bail conditions need to be addressed
• You have received a summons or been charged in court
• A child or teenager is being investigated, arrested or charged
• The case is proceeding to trial, mitigation, sentencing or appeal

Already Charged in Court?

If you have already been charged in court, you can still obtain legal advice and appoint a criminal defence lawyer to represent you. A lawyer can review the charge and available documents, explain the available options and procedures, and represent you during mentions and case management.

Legal representation may also include plea negotiations where appropriate, trial preparation, trial, mitigation, sentencing and appeals.

When contacting the firm, state the court, section charged and next court date if known. A copy of the charge sheet may be provided if available.

Drug Offences and Criminal Defence

Chua Yong Yi & Co. handles criminal investigations and court proceedings involving alleged drug possession, drug use or consumption, trafficking and other drug-related offences.

Legal representation may include assistance during police investigations, remand proceedings, bail applications where legally available, trial, mitigation, sentencing and appeals. The firm also handles other criminal matters involving adults, children and teenagers throughout Peninsular Malaysia.

For more information, see our Drug Offences Lawyer page.

Criminal Cases We Handle

Criminal defence work includes police investigations, remand proceedings, bail applications where legally available, plea bargaining where appropriate, guilty pleas, trials, mitigation, sentencing and appeals involving:

Drug offences — alleged possession, consumption, positive urine test, trafficking and other charges under the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 (DDA)
Assault, causing hurt, murder, theft, robbery, cheating, criminal breach of trust, sexual offences and other Penal Code charges
Cases under the Child Act 2001 — criminal proceedings involving persons under 18, as well as section 31 allegations involving child abuse, neglect, abandonment, exposure or sexual abuse
Sexual offence allegations involving children — investigations and charges under the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017 (SOACA)
Human trafficking and migrant-smuggling matters — investigations and court proceedings under the Anti-Trafficking in Persons and Anti-Smuggling of Migrants Act 2007 (ATIPSOM), including cases where procedures under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA) apply
Corruption and bribery investigations or charges under the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009
Dangerous or reckless driving and other criminal road traffic proceedings under the Road Transport Act 1987
Watching briefs — acting for interested parties in criminal proceedings

Criminal Defence for Children and Teenagers

If your child is under police investigation, has been arrested, placed on remand or charged in court, the family should obtain clear advice about the process and the next steps.

Chua Yong Yi & Co. handles criminal investigations and court proceedings involving persons under 18, including alleged drug, assault, theft, sexual and other offences. The process is explained to parents or guardians in practical and understandable terms.

When contacting the firm, provide the child’s age, police station, investigating officer’s details, alleged offence and any remand or court date, if available.

What should I do if a family member/friend has been arrested?

Find out the police station, investigating officer’s name, alleged offence, time of arrest and whether a remand application is expected. Keep any available police documents or case information and contact a criminal defence lawyer promptly. Do not interfere with the investigation or ask anyone to alter, hide or destroy evidence.

What is remand, and can a lawyer attend the remand hearing?

Remand is a period of further detention authorised by a Magistrate after the police apply for additional time to investigate a suspected offence. A lawyer may attend the remand proceeding, obtain information about the investigation and make submissions concerning the remand application. The decision and duration of remand are determined by the Magistrate based on the law and circumstances of the case.

Are all criminal charges bailable?

Bail depends on the alleged offence, the law involved, the stage of the case and whether bail is legally permitted. Some offences are bailable, while others are non-bailable or subject to specific restrictions. A criminal defence lawyer can advise on the available options and make a bail application where permitted. No particular bail outcome can be guaranteed.

I have already been charged and a trial date has been fixed. Can I still appoint a lawyer?

Yes. You may still appoint a criminal defence lawyer after the charge has been read or a trial date has been fixed. However, appointing a new lawyer does not automatically postpone any court date. Any application for an adjournment remains subject to the court’s decision.

Contact a lawyer as early as possible and provide the charge sheet, next court date and any available case documents.

What happens if a child under 18 is arrested or charged?

Criminal cases involving a person under 18 are subject to specific procedures under the Child Act 2001 in addition to the applicable criminal law. The process and available court orders may differ from an adult case depending on the alleged offence and circumstances. A parent or guardian should confirm the child’s age, alleged offence and any remand or court date, and seek legal advice promptly.

Does Chua Yong Yi & Co. handle criminal cases outside Muar, Johor and Melaka?

Yes. Chua Yong Yi & Co. handles criminal matters throughout Peninsular Malaysia. When contacting the firm, provide the police station or court location, current stage of the case and the next date to attend court so that the necessary arrangements can be made.

Contact a Criminal Defence Lawyer

For enquiries concerning an arrest, police investigation, remand, bail, court charge, trial, mitigation or appeal, contact our lawyer.

If known, briefly state the police station or court, section charged and next remand or court date. Messages are reviewed during business hours. If the matter is urgent, state the date, time and location clearly in your message.

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