Causing hurt by using black magic as an offence: An analysis of various statutory provisions under the Brunei Syariah Penal Code

Abstract

Black magic has been a phenomena on the face of earth since time immemorial. It is used to, among others, for ill-will purposes. One of which is to cause injury to a victim. The Brunei Syariah Penal Code contains several sections which basically deal with the offence of or related to using black magic. In respect of the offence of causing hurt, there are several relevant sections. This article aimed to explore and examine the content of each section. Method employed was content legal analysis method. The article concluded that the Brunei Syariah Penal Code provides tool to protect against the using of black magic in crimes especially the offence of causing hurt. It is important that every section’s ingredients are fulfilled in order to bring action against any alleged black magic practitioners.