A Sunni mosque in Irving, Texas launched what is believed to be the first Islamic Tribunal court in the United States, reports The Christian Post.
In a post on Facebook, Irving Mayor Beth van Duyne stated the Islamic Tribunal does not have legal power or authority to impose Sharia law in Texas.
“Texas Supreme Court precedent does not allow the application of foreign law that violates public policy, statutory, or federal laws,” stated van Duyne. “I am working with our State Representatives on legislation to clarify and strengthen existing prohibitions on the application of foreign law in violation of constitutional or statutory rights.”
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According to The Christian Post, the tribunal members said the Islamic Tribunal serves only to guide Muslims on how to act.
“We are not here to invade the White House or invade Austin. … We are humble and want to settle a problem between Muslims,” said Imam Moujahed Bakhach, as quoted by The Christian Post.
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