The Perak Ruler said it was unfortunate that many people were now not afraid to commit sins and even used the courts to right their wrongs by continuing to lie, despite taking the oath to tell the truth.

“Often, when brought to justice, people who committed sins come up with various excuses and arguments to deny their actions.

“They are willing to pay high legal fees, which is often funded from money obtained through crime or proceeds from unlawful acts,” he added.

He said this in a ceremony to hand over appointment letters to Shariah Court judges in the state and members of the Perak Islamic Religious Council and Malay Customs (MAIPk) here today.

Sultan Nazrin said what was happening today gave the impression that there were still many Muslims who did not fully embrace the teachings of Islam.

He said crime could not be reduced by having more enforcement officers, courts and prisons, but the problem could be effectively addressed by inculcating Islamic values and practising them.

“Cheating, stealing, smuggling, criminal breach of trust, corruption and evading from paying taxes are among criminal acts against organisations, companies or the government.

“In committing these criminal acts, they also commit sins against the stakeholders of the related entities, whether they are shareholders, company owners or citizens of a country,” he said.