1200 words and three scholarly references

1.

Case Summary

After reading the assignment for this week, especially Chapter 7, give an overview of Islamic Law and its legal system. Include the background, current legal structure and any relevant information necessary to present a good understanding of each.

2.

Case Analysis

Compare similarities between Islamic Law and its legal system and the one we have here in the United States.

3.

Case Analysis

Contrast the differences between Islamic Law and its legal system and the one we have here in the United States.

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Executive Decisions

If you were asked to defend a US citizen charged with a crime in another country, which country would be the hardest to defend your client in and why? Which would be similar to the US and why?