What is the jurisdiction for syariah courts?

What is the jurisdiction for syariah courts?

The Syariah Courts have jurisdiction only over Muslim in the matters of family law and religious observances, and can generally only pass sentences of not more than three years’ imprisonment, a fine of up to RM5,000, and/or up to six strokes of the cane.

Can Syariah Court interfere in civil court matters?

Jakim: Civil courts cannot interfere in Syariah court matters under Federal Constitution.

What does Article 121 1A of the Federal Constitution provides 😕

13 Article 121 (1A) of the Federal Constitution stipulates to the effect that the High Court shall have no jurisdiction in respect of any matter within the jurisdiction of the Syariah Courts. State courts have jurisdiction on any matter in the State List.

What is the difference between civil and Syariah courts?

The civil courts were established as federal courts to deal with federal matters, whereas the Syariah courts are provided for in the Federal Page 4 5 Constitution as state courts that can be estab- lished to deal with matters of Islamic law.

What is Syariah Appeal Court?

(1) The Syariah Appeal Court shall have jurisdiction to hear and determine any appeal against any decision made by the Syariah High Court in the exercise of its original jurisdiction.

What are the 2 types of jurisdiction?

Types of Jurisdictions

• Original Jurisdiction– the court that gets to hear the case first.
• Appellate Jurisdiction– the power for a higher court to review a lower courts decision.
• Exclusive Jurisdiction– only that court can hear a specific case.

What is sharia district courts?

A Shari’a District Court is of limited jurisdiction. It was created under Presidential Decree No. 1083. Cases falling within the exclusive jurisdiction of the Shari’a District Courts primarily pertain to family rights and duties as well as contractual relations of Filipino Muslims in the Mindanao.

What are the 10 types of jurisdiction?

10 Types of Jurisdiction

• Pecuniary Jurisdiction.
• Territorial Jurisdiction.
• Subject Matter Jurisdiction.
• Exclusive Jurisdiction.
• Concurrent Jurisdiction.
• Appellate Jurisdiction.
• Original Jurisdiction.
• Special Jurisdiction.