New: PAS raises a spectre of doom as the Nik Elin petition date approaches

PAS warns of potential threat to Shariah law as Kelantan-born lawyer Nik Elin Zurina awaits court decision on constitutional challenge. The case, initiated in May 2022, questions Kelantan’s authority to enact Shariah laws, arguing they encroach on federal jurisdiction.

Spectre of Nik Elin

Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat and a nine-member bench heard submissions from parties including the Malaysian Bar and Sisters in Islam, with judgement reserved. If Nik Elin prevails, PAS fears it could undermine Shariah criminal punishments. The outcome, slated for Feb 9, 2024, carries significant implications for the intersection of state and federal law in Malaysia.