Brunei to Implement Shariah Law, Including Amputations and Stoning

Lori Lowenthal Marcus

10 Adar II 5774 – March 12, 2014

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The Sultan of Brunei announced the imposition of the Shariah Penal Code starting April 1, 2014.

The official statement then quoted the Sultan, declaring that those who criticize and mock the Sultan and his decisions may be the first to experience the new Shariah penal code punishments.

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Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Lori Lowenthal Marcus is a contributor to the JewishPress.com. A graduate of Harvard Law School, she previously practiced First Amendment law and taught in Philadelphia-area graduate and law schools. You can reach her by email: [email protected]