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Specific State Laws Challenged in Unilateral Conversion Lawsuit

A new lawsuit has been filed challenging eight specific state laws that permit the unilateral conversion of children to Islam without the consent of both parents. These laws are being contested for allegedly breaching the Federal Constitution, particularly Article 12(4), which addresses the religion of individuals under 18. The legal challenge seeks to have these enactments declared void or invalid.
Laws from Seven States and Federal Territories Targeted

The lawsuit specifically names the state governments of Perlis, Kedah, Malacca, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, and Johor, along with the government of the federal territories of Malaysia, as respondents. These governments are responsible for the enactments that allow for unilateral conversions within their jurisdictions. The legal action aims to invalidate provisions within these state-level laws.
Perlis, Kedah, and Malacca Enactments Under Scrutiny

Among the laws targeted are Section 117 of Perlis’s Administration of the Religion of Islam Enactment 2006, Section 80 of Kedah Darul Aman’s Administration of Islamic Law Enactment 2008, and Section 105 of the State of Malacca’s Administration of the Religion of Islam Enactment 2002. These sections, as cited in the legal filing, are central to the argument that they enable conversions without the necessary consent from both parents.
Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, and Perak Laws Also Challenged

Further challenging these practices, the lawsuit also includes Section 117 of Negeri Sembilan’s Administration of the Religion of Islam Enactment 2003, Section 103 of Pahang’s Administration of Islamic Law Enactment 1991, and Section 106 of Perak’s Administration of the Religion of Islam Enactment 2004. These provisions are part of the broader legal framework being contested for its implications on parental rights and constitutional adherence.
Johor and Federal Territories Legislation Included

Finally, the lawsuit also encompasses Section 117 of the State of Johor’s Administration of the Religion of Islam Enactment 2003 and Section 95 of the Administration of Islamic Law (Federal Territories) Act 1993. These laws, governing the federal territories of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, and Labuan, are included in the challenge to ensure a comprehensive review of legislation permitting unilateral conversions across Malaysia.

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