KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 31 -- A study on 'Diat' or compensation published by the Federal Territory Mufti's Office can serve as a reference in detailing compensation payments to victims or next of kin involved in accidents caused by drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan said the research could provide guidance for proposed amendments to the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) to mandate that drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs who cause accidents pay compensation to victims or their heirs.

He said his department fully supports the government's efforts to amend the act, as announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during the tablin...