I AM writing in to express my opinion on the conditions imposed on bankrupts by the authorities.

I understand the reason for having a bankrupt’s international passports withheld besides having him blacklisted by all financial institutions, making it impossible for him to secure a loan for any purpose.

However, I feel that the authorities concerned must also look into these measures on a case by case basis.

After a period of 10 years, the international passport of a bankrupt who has abided by the conditions imposed on him should be returned to him to enable him to travel with his family when necessary while the bankrupt should remain blacklisted until he or she settle the loan.

I feel this is not asking too much as even criminals are at times pardoned after a few years for good behaviour.

So why are bankrupts punished so severely?

I once again call on the authorities to treat bankruptcy cases on a case by case basis. Please help us regain some respect by being fair in handling genuine cases.

VOTER,

Selangor.

Source: The Star – March 4, 2008