The Selangor Road Transport Department (JPJ) has implemented the use of body-worn cameras (BWC) for enforcement officers starting last Monday, as a strategic measure to enhance transparency, accountability, and integrity during field enforcement operations.

Selangor JPJ Director, Azrin Borhan, said that visual and audio recordings via BWC serve as valid supporting evidence.

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“The use of BWC also aims to protect enforcement officers from any misunderstandings, baseless accusations, or harassment while performing their duties,” he said at a press conference.

He stated that Selangor JPJ is committed to carrying out the “Operasi Perang Lebih Muatan” (War Against Overloading), which is in effect from 14 October to 31 December nationwide.

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As of last Wednesday, he said, 22 overloaded vehicles had been detained and 39,555 notices for various offenses were issued, with the highest offenses involving expired Motor Vehicle Licenses (LKM) with 5,160 notices, followed by no competent driving license (CDL) (4,440), no insurance (3,492), and no vocational license (2,299).

“Enforcement is not solely intended to punish, but rather to educate and ensure that all operators and owners of commercial vehicles comply with technical specifications, load limits, and road safety standards for the common good,” he said.

Azrin added that strict action will be taken without exception against any party that violates the regulations.

He said the public is encouraged to submit complaints related to offenses involving commercial vehicles through the MyJPJ app, e-Aduan@JPJ, or via email at [email protected] for further action.

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