Kelantan Postpones Syariah Criminal Code Amendment Presentation

The Kelantan state government has decided to delay the presentation of amendments to the Syariah Criminal Code Enactment 2019 (EKJS 2019). This decision, as explained by Deputy Menteri Besar Mohamed Fadzli Hassan, stems from the intricate procedural requirements that must be met before the revised sections can be brought before the legislative assembly.

While the draft amendments are complete, they must first undergo a thorough review by the Ulama Council of the Kelantan Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (Maik). This step is crucial to ensure the proposed changes align with Islamic jurisprudence and local customs, reflecting the state's commitment to upholding Syariah law.

The need for this careful deliberation is underscored by the Federal Court's decision on February 9, 2024, which invalidated previous versions of these sections. The postponement allows the government to meticulously address the legal and religious considerations, ensuring the amended enactment is robust and legally sound within the Malaysian context.

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walaupun draf akhir pindaan telah siap, ia belum boleh dibentangkan kerana perlu melepasi penelitian Jemaah Ulama Majlis Agama Islam dan Adat Istiadat Melayu Kelantan (Maik)