The Entitlement of Prison Guards in Islamic Shaia

Abstract

The custodian, who oversees prisons and the well-being of inmates, possesses certain rights that should be accurately and justly delineated. In addition to their administrative duties, they are responsible for implementing lawful and Sharia punishments on prisoners. A portion of these rights is established on the foundation of human rights principles, while others stem from their role as representatives of the authorities responsible for carrying out legal and Sharia judgments. The objective of this study is to explore and establish the rights of prison guards within the framework of Islamic Sharia. This will be accomplished through a descriptive-analytical approach, utilizing data and information gathered from library sources and documents. The definitive result of this study is the establishment of the rights of prison guards in accordance with Islamic Sharia principles. The findings highlight key rights that include guaranteeing fair treatment of prisoners, the right to kindness, overseeing prisoner affairs, the right to motivation, maintaining discipline and conducting interrogations, the right to lawful self-defense and immunity from prosecution, as well as the right to a livelihood both during and after retirement.