Islamic criminal law in the Malaysian federal structure: a constitutional perspective

Abd Aziz, Shamrahayu (2007) Islamic criminal law in the Malaysian federal structure: a constitutional perspective. IIUM Law Journal, 15 (1). pp. 101-120. ISSN 0128-2530

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Abstract

States in a federal type of government are allowed a certain amount of autonomy. Under the Malaysian federal structure Islamic criminal law has been put under state jurisdiction. Despite this clear position various questions pertaining to the state jurisdiction on Islamic criminal have recently been raised. This article seeks to discuss those issues in the light of the relevant constitutional provisions and judicial decisions.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Additional Information:	1552/10361
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Islamic criminal law, Malaysian federal structure, constitutional law
Subjects:	K Law > K Law (General) K Law > KBP Islamic Law K Law > KPG Malaysia
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws > Department of Islamic Law
Depositing User:	Nur Aqilah Norudin (PT)
Date Deposited:	16 Dec 2011 11:22
Last Modified:	16 Dec 2011 11:22
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/10361

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