Rights To Access Justice for Persons with Disabilities in Malaysian Shariah Courts: A Case Study in The Shariah Courts of Malacca
Aishah Mohd Nor,
Ulfah Mansurah Zainudin,
Nurhidayah Muhammad Hashim
et al.
Abstract:People with disabilities (PWD) are entitled to the same rights as others as they have equal potential to live a fulfilling life. The Malaysian government has taken extra measures through its laws and policies to protect the rights of PWD. However, challenges persist in implementing legal protection where cases involving PWD are often underserved. This study explores the current practices and challenges faced by the Malaysian Shariah Courts in Malacca in addressing legal proceedings involving PWD litigants. Thi… Show more
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