Malaysia legislation
Section 51
Section 51
(1)
Zakat due and payable may be recoverable by the Majlis in a civil proceedings in the Syariah Court as a debt to the Majlis.
(2)
The Secretary and every authorised officer shall be deemed to be public servants duly authorised by the Majlis respecting all proceedings under this section.
Deduction of zakat from emoluments and pensions.