‘There may still be another way’: Sanusi signals Kedah will explore legal room to maintain zero-gambling stance
Kedah Menteri Besar Sanusi Md Nor stated that the state government will seek legal advice to determine if there are remaining avenues to enforce its zero-gambling policy following a Federal Court ruling. Sanusi emphasized that the state's stance is based on religious principles rather than an intent to discriminate against non-Muslims.
Why it matters
The case highlights the ongoing tension between state-level religious policy enforcement and federal judicial authority in Malaysia.
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 19 — The Kedah government will examine whether it has any legal avenues left to pursue its zero-gambling policy after the Federal Court rejected its bid to appeal a ruling over gambling licences, Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has said.
Sanusi said the state had yet to decide on its next move and would first seek legal advice to ensure any further action complied with the court’s decision and did not risk contempt proceedings, according to Utusan Malaysia .
“How can anyone refuse to comply with a court order? That could amount to contempt of court. We cannot do that. I cannot provide an explanation because I do not have expertise in the matter,” he was quoted as saying.
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