Fines for spitting, littering in KL as city steps up enforcement

Starting from Jan 1, anyone caught littering or spitting in public places around Kuala Lumpur will face fines of up to RM2,000 (S$630) in addition to performing more than 12 hours of community service over six months, says Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL).

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Health and Environment Department director Nor Halizam Ismail said that in conjunction with the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign, DBKL will step up enforcement through regular anti-littering and anti-spitting operations across Kuala Lumpur.

The operations will focus on tourist hot spots to curb the disposal of small litter such as cigarette butts and drink bottles in public areas, as well as spitting on walkways.

This practice not only dirties the surroundings, but also tarnishes the country's image, she said.

"The compound (fines) issued can reach up to RM2,000, depending on the offence committed," Dr Nor Halizam said on Bernama TV's Apa Khabar Malaysia programme on Dec 30.

"Our aim is not merely to punish, but also to educate the public to be more disciplined and to respect the shared public spaces."