“Animal waste = Litter” – Nga Kor Ming Warns Pet Owners to Pick Up After Their Pets or Be Fined RM3,000

The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) has passed three amendment bills in Parliament to strengthen efforts in keeping public spaces clean.

KPKT Minister Nga Kor Ming shared on Facebook that the amendments involve the Street, Drainage and Building Act 1974 (Act 133), the Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Act 2007 (Act 672), and the Local Government Act 1976 (Act 171).

“Animal waste is also considered litter”

Nga explained that anyone who litters in public places and on public roads can be sentenced to community service, including cleaning drains, toilets, sweeping roads, and other tasks.

“This initiative is crucial to promote civic responsibility, raise public awareness, and encourage a culture of cleanliness, all of which contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable Malaysia for the well-being of its people,” he wrote.

He also emphasised that as Visit Malaysia Year 2026 approaches, it’s essential for the public to do their part in maintaining a clean environment to leave a positive first impression on foreign tourists.

“And if you own pets and deliberately leave their waste in public areas, that too is subject to the law, as animal waste is also considered litter. You can be fined RM3,000 just like that,” he said in the video.

The fine can go as high as RM10k

Nga added that the amendments aim to tackle the issue of littering in public and street areas, including cigarette butts, tissues, plastic waste, drink cans, and food wrappers.

The court may order offenders to perform up to 12 hours of community service, and failure to comply may result in a fine ranging from RM2,000 to RM10,000.

“Therefore, implementing community service orders is more appropriate to educate offenders to be more mindful of environmental cleanliness and to reduce pollution,” he said.

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