Is Akta 553 still in force?

No — Akta 553 has been repealed.

When did Akta 553 take effect?

Akta 553 was first recorded in 1996.

The official text of Akta 553 is published at lom.agc.gov.my.

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Act 553 is Malaysia Act, cited as Act 553 1996, currently marked repealed and first recorded in 1996.

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(Repealed by the Financial Services

Act 2013 [Act 758])

What is Akta 553?: Act 553 is Malaysia Act, cited as Act 553 1996, currently marked repealed and first recorded in 1996.
Is Akta 553 still in force?: No — Akta 553 has been repealed.
When did Akta 553 take effect?: Akta 553 was first recorded in 1996.
Where can I read the official version of Akta 553?: The official text of Akta 553 is published at lom.agc.gov.my.

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Enacted 1996. Current status: Repealed

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