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Zara Qairina's mother undecided on civil suit as inquest concludes
The legal representatives of Noraidah Lamat say a decision on pursuing civil action remains pending as the inquest into her daughter's death draws to a close in Sabah.
LSN Malaysia ·
KOTA KINABALU — Lawyers representing Noraidah Lamat, mother of Zara Qairina Mahathir, have indicated that a decision regarding potential civil proceedings has not yet been finalised, even as the inquest into the young woman's death approaches completion.
The timing of the announcement reflects ongoing considerations by the legal team as they assess the circumstances surrounding Zara Qairina's death and evaluate available legal remedies for the family.
Inquests in Malaysia serve to establish factual findings regarding deaths, particularly in cases where circumstances are unclear or contested. While civil action remains a separate matter from the inquest process, families often wait for inquest conclusions before deciding on further legal steps.
The conclusion of the inquest in Kota Kinabalu will provide an official determination of the facts, which may inform subsequent decisions by Noraidah Lamat's legal representatives regarding the potential pursuit of civil claims.
No timeline has been provided for when a final decision on civil action will be announced.