(Bandar Seri Begawan, 9th) The Department of Environment, Parks and Recreation (JASTRe) has imposed a fine of 300 dollars on an individual for illegally dumping discarded concrete blocks and wood by the public roadside at Bukit Pandayan Road.
The offender, Abdul Kudus, was fined under the amended 2021 Miscellaneous Offenses Act. He must pay the fine within 7 days, or face legal action.
According to the relevant regulations, the penalty for littering is: a fine of 1,000 to 3,000 dollars for first-time offenders, while repeat offenders can face a maximum fine of 9,000 dollars or six months imprisonment.
The authorities urge the public and businesses to maintain environmental cleanliness, emphasizing the importance of keeping public places tidy to ensure the wellbeing of the environment and public welfare.
The offender, Abdul Kudus, was fined under the amended 2021 Miscellaneous Offenses Act. He must pay the fine within 7 days, or face legal action.
According to the relevant regulations, the penalty for littering is: a fine of 1,000 to 3,000 dollars for first-time offenders, while repeat offenders can face a maximum fine of 9,000 dollars or six months imprisonment.
The authorities urge the public and businesses to maintain environmental cleanliness, emphasizing the importance of keeping public places tidy to ensure the wellbeing of the environment and public welfare.