Laws can be broadly categorized into two main types: private laws and public laws. Criminal law falls under the umbrella of public laws and deals with offenses that are considered violations of public rights and responsibilities within a community. It encompasses a set of rules that define and punish various crimes committed by individuals against the state, aiming to deter criminal behavior and maintain social order. When comparing Islamic Criminal Law with Man-made Law, it becomes apparent that they differ significantly. Man-made law refers to provisions that have been formulated by humans and are not derived from any divine revelation. On the other hand, Islamic Criminal Law is rooted in a sacred source, as it is deduced from divine guidance and considered sacred itself. Due to this fundamental disparity, finding common ground between these two legal systems become challenging. To gain a comprehensive understanding of these differences, a thorough analysis of their characteristics and principles becomes necessary. This article aims to explore and compare the similarities and disparities between Islamic Criminal Law and Man-made Law, shedding light on why Islamic law should be considered a suitable and applicable legal framework in the world today.
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