Pair of bills would prevent use of Sharia law in Missouri courts
Two bills introduced in the Missouri State Assembly are meant to deal with what their sponsors perceive to be the threat of Islamic-based law becoming cited in state courts, including in family law cases. Critics of the bills say they are addressing a problem that does not exist and may be bigoted against Muslims. The bills are sponsored by Rep. Paul Curtman, R-Pacific, and Rep. Don Wells, R-Cabool. Rep. Wells' bill would create a constitutional amendment prohibiting judges from using "the legal precepts of other nations or cultures," specifically mentioning Sharia law as something to be banned. His bill has 106 co-sponsors in the House, 66 percent of membership. Also if you oppressed by cops consult with a Lawyer for police brutality in Michigan. Rep. Wells said that Internet research…