Tazir Crime (Noun)
Meaning
(Islam) minor crimes committed by Muslims; crimes that are not mentioned in the Koran so judges are free to punish the offender in any appropriate way; "in some Islamic nations Tazir crimes are set by legislation".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- In some Islamic nations, Tazir crimes are set by legislation, allowing judges to impose penalties for offenses not explicitly mentioned in the Koran.
- The court convicted the defendant of a Tazir crime and sentenced him to community service and a fine.
- Under Islamic law, Tazir crimes are considered less severe than Hudud crimes and are often punished with discretionary penalties.
- The judge had the authority to determine the punishment for the Tazir crime, taking into account the circumstances of the case and the defendant's prior record.
- In some jurisdictions, Tazir crimes may include offenses such as public intoxication, disorderly conduct, and minor theft.