Drug Addicts in Selangor: The Solution According to Islamic Law

Abstract

The title of this research is "Drug Addicts in Selangor: The Solution According to Islamic Law". The writer had managed to carry out research in Selangor and found that Drug Addict is the most serious problem in Malaysia. Efforts are been made at the national level to combat and curb its deadly effect on humanity. A national association against drug abused is established with the purpose of educating the public about drug problems. At same time, while the country is advancing and developing with the technology it is undeniable of the existence of social problem. According to the Drug Narcotic Agency of Selangor National report, the number of drug addicts in Selangor state has increased in the period from January until December 2003 that is 1729 to 3509. In Islamic law, drugs were not known previously because these substances did never existed in the sixth century of Hijra. The main sources of guidance and reference in Islam are the Holy Quran and the Sunnah of the prophet, but we can use them to impose judgement for drugs in Qias. So it should be based on some Qias as the same as wines. We need to rethink of our approach to drug education prevention with suitable treatment and rehabilitation services.