Karl Liew’s charge amended to lesser charge in Parti Liyani case: Minister K Shanmugam says it’s normal for AGC to proceed on amended charges
Minister for Home Affairs and Law K Shanmugam explained that it’s normal for the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) to proceed on amended charges in cases involving a guilty plea, addressing concerns over the charges against Karl Liew in the Parti Liyani case.
Karl pleaded guilty to an amended charge under section 182 of the Penal Code and had another charge under section 177 taken into consideration for sentencing.
Mr Shanmugam emphasized that the case was handled in a standard manner.