There was a time when teachers punishing students was considered normal. However, over the years, people began to recognize the harmful effects of such discipline. This led to stricter laws against abuse in schools, ensuring a safer environment for students.
M’sian kindergarten principal fined RM2000 for pinching student’s ear
According to Kosmo, a kindergarten principal in Malaysia has been fined RM2,000 on 27th of March for physically punishing a six-year-old student. The child had written the letter “G” incorrectly, leading the principal to twist the student’s ear as a form of discipline.
The incident, which took place on 6th of March 2024, recently came to light after the case was brought to court. The principal was charged under Section 323 of the Penal Code for voluntarily causing hurt.
What happened?
On March 6, 2024, the victim’s mother found out through her 10-year-old child, who revealed that their 6-year-old sibling had been hit on the right hand with a marker pen by the principal.
The principal had also pulled and twisted the young student’s ear as punishment for incorrectly writing the letter ‘G.’
A medical examination also confirmed that the child has sustained a soft tissue injury to the ear as a result of the incident.
A strict order
The 61-year-old kindergarten principal admitted guilt in court and was fined RM2,000 for her actions. She was also given a 20-day jail sentence should she fail to make the payment, though she successfully settled the fine.
During the hearing, her lawyer appealed for leniency, highlighting that she is a single mother raising two children on a monthly income of RM3,000. The lawyer further stated that the principal had expressed remorse, apologizing to the court, police, and the victim, while assuring that she would not repeat the offense.
However, Deputy Public Prosecutor Muhammad Hairuliqram Hairuddin argued that admitting guilt should not automatically lead to a lighter sentence. The charge, under Section 323 of the Penal Code, carries a maximum penalty of one year in prison, a fine of up to RM2,000, or both, upon conviction.
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