00:02A landmark court ruling in upholding Malaysia's anti-sexual harassment tribunal, known as TAGS,
00:08has prompted a stern warning from the women, family and community development minister.
00:13Don't misuse intimate photos of a former partner.
00:16The High Court's decision on Wednesday marks the first time a TAGS ruling has been challenged in court
00:21and the tribunal won.
00:23Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri described it as an important milestone.
00:30And this is for their permission that may have a connection before that.
00:37Don't we use the wrong picture with a former friend or a former friend.
00:46When they brought to the court, the case was taken away from the judge.
00:53So, one of them was forced to pay.
00:56This is the decision of the court.
01:00Nancy was speaking at the launch of the tribunal's new office in Kuala Lumpur
01:03and its online complaint system, e-TAGS, which has been operational since January 1st.
01:09The new office at Menara Arasraya is accessible via the Bandaraya LRT station
01:14and includes a dedicated witness room for children.
01:17TAGS was established on March 8, 2024, under the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act 2022,
01:23offering an alternative to civil courts for harassment cases.
01:26As of June 7th, 99 complaints have been filed since the tribunal began operating,
01:3280 of which were resolved within 60 days of the first hearing.
01:36Nancy stressed that sexual harassment is not a trivial matter,
01:39saying it affects a person's dignity, emotions and safety.
01:43She added that the government wants zero tolerance for harassment in workplaces,
01:47schools and public spaces.
01:49When a complaint is proven, the tribunal may order the respondent to apologise,
01:54publish an apology, pay compensation of up to RM250,000 or attend a corrective programme.
02:00Most complainants have been women, though some men have also filed complaints.
02:05Victims of sexual harassment may lodge complaints via the e-TAGS portal
02:09at etags.kpwkm.gov.my
02:12or reach out through Talian Kase at 15999
02:15or WhatsApp 0192 615999
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