How to Prepare for a JSJK Statement

What does statement preparation mean?

Being called in to give a statement to JSJK (Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Komersil, also known as CCID) can frighten anyone, especially if you believe you did nothing wrong. ^[f1] Preparation means you do not walk into that room with no idea what to expect.

It is not about scripting answers or telling you what to say. It makes sure you understand the process, know your rights, and can answer clearly instead of guessing under pressure.

Why does preparation matter so much now?

What you say in your statement becomes part of the investigation record. In a suspected mule account case, the questions may cover how you got the account, who could use it, and whether you knew how it was being used.

These are the points that matter if you are later charged under Section 424B. That section covers giving someone else control of your own account without lawful authority or purpose, and carries a fine of RM10,000 to RM100,000, or 1 to 7 years in jail, or both. ^[f3]

An anxious answer can cause confusion that is hard to clear up later.

What does the lawyer go over with you?

The lawyer goes over the events in the order you remember them, any documents that support your account (bank statements, messages, transaction records), and what CCID is likely to focus on in a case like yours.

The lawyer also explains what “control” means in law, and why what you knew and why you acted matter to your defence under both Section 424A and Section 424B.

By the end, you should be clear about what happened, in what order, and how to explain it simply.

Can a lawyer be present during the interview?

If you are arrested, CPC Section 28A gives you the right to consult a lawyer before questioning. ^[f2] If you are called in as a witness, whether the lawyer can be in the room is up to the officer. Either way, a lawyer can brief you fully beforehand. Our page on what a lawyer can do explains this plainly.

For the fuller picture of the whole process, see our guide on what a lawyer can do before your statement.

What should you avoid saying?

Do not guess when you are unsure. Do not offer more than you are asked. Do not speculate about what other people did or meant.

Stick to what you personally know is true.

Fear can make people over-explain, which can create contradictions and more questions. A calm, accurate and suitably brief statement serves you far better.

What if you already have a date?

Do not wait. Even a short time can be enough for a lawyer to go over the key facts, explain what to expect, and help you walk in prepared instead of anxious.

If you cannot afford full representation, ask the Legal Aid Department, which may give legal help at low or no cost to Malaysians who meet its income criteria. ^[f5]

What happens after the statement?

After your statement, CCID continues the investigation. It may interview you again or ask for documents before deciding whether to charge. Police have a large caseload here: they detected 46,048 mule accounts in 2023 and 50,295 in 2024. ^[f6]

Your statement is one part of a longer process. If your case moves towards a charge, our page on full mule account defence representation covers each stage that follows.

How do you get started?

Whether your statement is tomorrow or weeks away, start the same way: send a short WhatsApp message about your situation, and, where appropriate, we can help connect you with an independent lawyer who can begin preparing you.

Sources

1. Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Komersil (JSJK/CCID)
2. Criminal Procedure Code (CPC), Section 28A
3. Penal Code (Amendment) Act 2024, Section 424B
4. Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLA), Section 52A
5. Jabatan Bantuan Guaman (Legal Aid Department), jbg.gov.my