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Powers and Jurisdiction of Syariah Courts in Malaysia, Second Edition

Powers and Jurisdiction of Syariah Courts in Malaysia, Second Edition

Name: Powers and Jurisdiction of Syariah Courts in Malaysia, Second Edition
Brand: LexisNexis Malaysia
SKU: 9789679629224
Price: 147.00 HKD
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Author: Farid Sufian Shuaib
ISBN: 9789679629224

By Farid Sufian Shuaib

LexisNexis Malaysia January 2008

Specifications

ISBN-13: 9789679629224
Publisher: LexisNexis Malaysia
Publication: January 2008
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: Malaysia ? Countri(es) for reference only

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Powers and Jurisdiction of Syariah Courts in Malaysia 2nd Ed examines the position of Islam and Syariah courts in the context of the Malaysian Constitution and legal system. This book explains in detail the structure and organisation of Syariah courts and discusses the conflicting issues regarding the jurisdiction and powers of Syariah courts.

Legal practitioners and law undergraduates will find this book useful as it addresses issues on legal pluralism and freedom of religion. It also discusses related legal provisions and case law which will enable the readers to appreciate the intricacies of the problems faced by Syariah courts.

This book also provides a historical overview of the powers and jurisdiction of Syariah courts in Malaysia and proposes some solutions to overcome and mitigate the problems faced by Syariah courts.

Chapter 1 Introduction

SECTION I ISLAM AND THE MALAYSIAN LEGAL SYSTEM

Chapter 2 Islam in Malaysia

Chapter 3 Islam and Syariah Courts under the Constitutional Framework

SECTION II SYARIAH JUDICIARY

Chapter 4 Structure and Organisation of Syariah Courts

SECTION III ISSUES IN JURISDICTION AND POWERS

Chapter 5 Conferment of Jurisdiction

Chapter 6 Powers of Syariah Courts

Chapter 7 Jurisdiction over Non-Muslims and Artificial Persons

Chapter 8 Interpretation of Islamic Law

Chapter 9 Jurisdiction over Syariah Offences Powers

Chapter 10 Concluding Remarks