ALL shariah courts in Malaysia are back in operation since yesterday, said Shariah Chief Judge and Shariah Judiciary Department (JKSM) Director-General Mohd Na’im Mokhtar.

This is in line with the implementation of the recovery movement control order (RMCO) as announced by Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin on June 8.

Naim said JKSM is always committed in ensuring the continuation of the delivery of justice and operation of the shariah court nationwide in accordance with guidelines issued by the National Security Council and the Health Ministry.

“We will ensure shariah courts throughout the country comply with all the safety and health guidelines that have been issued.

“For the trial procedure and management of old or new cases, the public can refer to the nearby shariah court as they are set by the respective state JKSM.”

He said those with dealings at court are required to wear face masks, have their body temperature scanned and names recorded in the register book when at the premises.

They are also required to observe social distancing, he said, adding that those with health problems and in the risk group are advised to not go to the court.

Prior to this, the shariah court operation was suspended, with dealings conducted online, following implementation of the MCO on March 18 to curb the spread of the Covid-19 outbreak. – Bernama, June 11, 2020.