Since January 1, 2026, Malaysian authorities have issued 6,680 notices of offence for littering in public places across the country. [1, 2] Enforcement began under the Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Act 2007 (Act 672). [1, 2]
Among those cited, 15 are teenagers aged 16 to 18, mostly from Kuala Lumpur. [1, 2] Authorities also issued notices to 1,866 foreigners, including individuals from Indonesia, Singapore, China, and Bangladesh. [1, 2]
So far, 289 individuals have been convicted in court for littering offences, with 158 completing Community Service Orders (PKM). [2] Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu said, "So far, 289 individuals (from the total) have been convicted in court, with 158 having completed the Community Service Orders (PKM)." [2]
Teenagers sentenced to Community Service Orders must follow procedures outlined by the Social Welfare Department under the Child Act 2001. [1, 2] SWCorp, the Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Corporation, has informed the Ministry of Education to promote awareness about littering enforcement among school students. [1, 2]
SWCorp will not grant exemptions to any individual found committing offences, including minors. The minister emphasized, "SWCorp remains committed to carrying out its duties and will not grant exemptions to any individual found committing offences, including minors." [2]
Repeat offenders may face increased penalties such as a maximum fine of RM3,000 and up to 12 hours of community service under local by-laws. [1, 2]
The latest update came on May 16, when Deputy Minister Aiman Athirah announced the total number of littering notices issued since the enforcement began. [2]
