THE NEED FOR STRICT LEGAL REGULATION ON ONLINE GAMBLING ACTIVITIES IN MALAYSIA

Abstract

Online gambling is a phenomenon that has taken the world by storm. Most people these days prefer to gamble from the comforts of their home rather than going to �live� gambling establishments and Malaysia is no exception. This paper will firstly outline the different laws that are in place to govern violations of online gambling with respect to the Muslim and non-Muslim nationals. Next, this paper will address whether the current regulations in Malaysia are sufficient in the regulation of online gambling in the country. Finally, the paper will point out the enforcement authorities that are responsible to oversee the regulation of online gambling activities in the country and whether these enforcement authorities are effectively tackling online gambling violations within the country. In this paper, the authors conducted the research methodology by way of doctrinal research. The primary research was done by examining and assessing relevant legislations and cases, whilst the secondary research was conducted by reference with materials that include, amongst others, publications in journals, conference papers, legal encyclopaedias and news releases, this paper could be a useful source of information for practitioners, academics, policymakers and students and a guide for any possible future amendments to the current insufficiency.