Judge Frees Muslim Assailant Because His Religion Said to Attack

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CAC1001
http://www.thenewamerican.com/opinion/selwyn-duke/10998-pa-court-muslim-judge-uses-sharia-law-to-free-muslim-assailant

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This is very troubling I think if all of it is true.
 
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CAC1001 said:
http://www.thenewamerican.com/opinion/selwyn-duke/10998-pa-court-muslim-judge-uses-sharia-law-to-free-muslim-assailant

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This is very troubling I think if all of it is true.
Isn't there already another thread on this? Anyway, yes I agree that it's troubling and one has to wonder what the judge was thinking. Obviously, we don't want any consideration of Islamic Sharia law to have any credence in America.
 
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1. What is the background of the case?

The case involves a Muslim assailant who attacked a non-Muslim victim. The assailant's defense was that his religion instructed him to attack non-believers. The case went to trial and the judge ultimately ruled in favor of the assailant, citing his religious beliefs as justification for the attack.

2. What was the reasoning behind the judge's decision?

The judge's decision was based on the principle of religious freedom. In this case, the judge believed that the assailant's actions were protected by his religious beliefs and therefore could not be punished by the law.

3. How does this ruling impact the victim and society as a whole?

This ruling can be seen as a violation of the victim's rights and a threat to the safety of society. It sets a dangerous precedent that allows individuals to use their religious beliefs as justification for committing violent acts. It also undermines the idea of equal treatment under the law.

4. Are there any legal implications of this ruling?

There could potentially be legal implications, as this ruling goes against the principle of separation of church and state. It also raises questions about the limits of religious freedom and whether it should be used as a defense in cases of criminal behavior.

5. What is the reaction to this ruling from the public and legal experts?

This ruling has sparked controversy and debate. Some argue that it is a violation of the victim's rights and that religion should not be used as an excuse for violence. Others believe that the judge made the right decision in upholding religious freedom. Legal experts are divided on the issue, with some questioning the judge's interpretation of the law and others defending the ruling as a protection of religious rights.

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