MOT: Kejara System Rebuilt for Real Enforcement by 2026

Malaysia’s long-stalled Kejara demerit system is finally being rebuilt, and Transport Minister Anthony Loke says the new version will be completed in H12026. Actual enforcement is expected to start in late 2026, marking the biggest shake-up of traffic penalties in many years.

Loke explained in an exclusive to The Sun, that the existing system never really worked because it only recorded demerit points after a driver paid a summons. Those who ignored their fines simply avoided any penalty. He said this loophole meant reckless drivers could continue driving without consequences and even discouraged people from settling their summonses.

The new Kejara aims to close those gaps. It will be directly connected to the MySikap system so that drivers who leave their summons unpaid for too long will automatically be blacklisted. 

Once blacklisted, they cannot renew their road tax or driving licence. Motorists will also be able to track their demerit points through the MyJPJ app and receive alerts when they are nearing suspension.

One major change is that the government has secured the Royal Malaysia Police’s agreement to use the same compound rates as JPJ. From Jan 1, 2026, all agencies will follow a single summons rate with no more discount campaigns. Those who pay early will enjoy a lower amount, while those who delay will pay the full rate.

To meet the rollout schedule, Loke said his ministry and JPJ are speeding up system upgrades, vendor appointments and backend integration. 

He also addressed criticism of the recent 50% discount for outstanding summonses, saying it was meant to clear years of unpaid compounds before the new rules come into force. He described it as a one-off “amnesty period” and reminded the public that anyone with overdue summonses by Jan will be blacklisted.

The Kejara programme, introduced under the Road Transport Act 1987, has long been viewed as ineffective. With standardised enforcement, automatic blacklisting and better digital integration, Loke believes the revamped system will finally push habitual offenders off the road and create a stricter, more consistent enforcement environment.

He said Malaysians can expect a very different approach to traffic offences once the overhaul is fully implemented next year.