MIRI – A 61-year-old manager of an entertainment outlet here has been fined RM1,000 by the court after being found guilty of operating beyond the permitted hours set by the authorities. The premises was discovered to be running until 5.30am, well past the approved closing time.
According to a statement posted on the official Facebook page of the Miri District Police, the accused was charged under Section 24 of the Entertainment Ordinance 2000. The court imposed a fine of RM1,000, with a default sentence of two months’ imprisonment if the fine is not paid.
The offence was detected on January 29, 2026, during an inspection conducted by a team of officers and personnel from the district police headquarters. The operation took place at an entertainment premises located at the Pelita Commercial Centre.
During the inspection, officers found that the premises was still operating despite the late hour. Music was reportedly being played at a volume that could be heard from outside the building. This clearly breached the conditions stated in the entertainment licence as well as the operating hours allowed under the law.
Police said such actions not only violate licensing rules but may also affect public order and the surrounding community. Entertainment outlets are required to strictly adhere to their approved hours to ensure peace and safety in commercial and residential areas.
In the same statement, Miri police stressed that monitoring and enforcement activities against entertainment outlets in the district will continue to be stepped up from time to time. They warned that strict and uncompromising action will be taken against operators who fail to comply with existing laws and licence conditions.
The authorities also reminded members of the public and business operators to respect regulations that are in place for the common good. Compliance with the law remains essential in maintaining order, safeguarding community well-being, and ensuring businesses operate responsibly.
This case serves as a firm reminder that enforcement agencies will not hesitate to act against those who disregard legal requirements. Upholding regulations is not merely a formality but a responsibility shared by all parties in building a disciplined and harmonious society.
