KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 18 -- Members of the public can lodge complaints with the Independent Police Conduct Commission (IPCC) if they believe their mobile phones have been searched unlawfully by police officers, the Home Ministry said.
In a written response to Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng, the ministry stressed that police officers ranked Inspector and above are only authorised to inspect mobile phones under reasonable suspicion and in accordance with existing laws.
"To prevent abuse of power and ensure individual rights are not violated, the government has established the IPCC, allowing individuals to report any misconduct by police officers," it said.
The police does not conduct arbitrary phone inspections during roadblocks unless there is reason...