Malaysia probes 20-year-old who misused child MyKad for 8 years

A 20-year-old reportedly used a child's MyKad for eight years after being told by an employer it allowed work, and is under investigation. Officials say renting out MyKads is illegal, with fines up to RM20,000 or three years' jail.

Timeline

1. 21 Oct, 13:30 UTCFirst appeared on Google Trends
2. 21 Oct, 13:30 UTCPicked up on News
3. 21 Oct, 13:30 UTCOriental Daily reports MyKad misuse probe
4. 21 Oct, 13:30 UTCDeputy minister warns of MyKad rental penalties

Top sources

• 大马卡Google Trends
• 国会动态｜内政部：出租大马卡违法 最高罚2万或监禁3年www.chinapress.com.my
• 副内长：严打外籍人滥用 出租大马卡可监3年 - 国内 - 带你来国会 - 即时国会Sin Chew Daily