Section 42. Bad character not relevant except in reply. (EVIDENCE (SYARIAH COURT) ENACTMENT 1994

ENACTMENT NO 3 OF 1994
EVIDENCE (SYARIAH COURT) ENACTMENT 1994

PART I - RELEVANCY
CHAPTER II - RELEVANCY OF FACTS
Character when relevant

Section 42. Bad character not relevant except in reply.

In criminal proceedings the fact that the accused has a bad character is irrelevant unless evidence has been given that he has a good character, in which case it becomes relevant.

Explanation 1 - This section does not apply to cases in which the bad character of any person is itself a fact in issue.

Explanation 2 - A previous conviction is relevant as evidence of bad character.