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UPDATED 7.26PM | It shouldn't be used arbitrarily on individuals only suspected of crime -  Vigneswaran. 

They want the minister to hear their demands and needs.

Prosecution could have applied for EMD before bail application, she says. 

Those detained include Immigration Dept officers.

We need a home minister who respects rule of law and justice. 

Of that figure, 401 individuals have been convicted.

PARLIAMENT | Home Ministry holding discussions and workshops on the matter.

Trafficker now held under Sosma, victims under immigration laws – Zaki. 

‘Some are held in custody for years before being produced in court.’

Malaysia Madani has no place for obnoxious laws such as Sosma. 

'No matter which govt rules, the law is unjust.'

DAP lawmaker also urges for provisions to be reviewed.

Ramkarpal says home minister agrees to look into the questionable aspects of the law.

Govt should prevent Sosma abuses that muzzle corruption scandals.

'This is the time to review and revise Sosma.'

Suaram, families request bail for detainees and legislation to be reviewed.

This comes after defence lawyers objected to the officer's testimony.

Lawyers say inspectors who made arrests not included in report.

Relatives say cops changed stories several times on why they were held.

Commission is concerned over lack of judicial oversight for arrest, detention under Sosma. 

We want give accurate information about the law, deputy home minister says. 

'Allow holistic discourse, give national security a chance.'

However, minister says it can be reviewed in the future. 

New minister seems to be disconnected on issues of fundamental liberty.