Lawyers say the government's move to freeze alimony defaulters' accounts could have negative impacts as some couples who separate on bad terms could lead to one ex-spouse wanting to 'punish' the other. – Pixabay pic, April 2, 2022.
LAWYERS are urging caution over the government’s plan to freeze the bank accounts of alimony defaulters, saying it is not the best solution and is a blanket move without looking at the financial abilities of some ex-husbands.
Lawyer Ng Geok Chee said the plan announced by Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob at the Umno General Assembly last month could help some ex-wives as non-payment of alimony is a problem faced by many.
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