Law and Forensic Medicine
Mohammad Reza Elahimanesh; Javad Alizadeh
Volume 1, Issue 1 , June 2024, , Pages 131-146
Abstract
Background and Objective: "Euthanasia" is one of the most controversial issues "Bioethics" and a sibnificant topic in health law, with various ethical, legal and jurisprudential aspect to be studied. Since the teachings and sources of Islamic jurisprudence form the foundation of our country's, strengthening ...
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Background and Objective: "Euthanasia" is one of the most controversial issues "Bioethics" and a sibnificant topic in health law, with various ethical, legal and jurisprudential aspect to be studied. Since the teachings and sources of Islamic jurisprudence form the foundation of our country's, strengthening the jurisprudential aspect can legal structure.Methods: In this article, a comprehensive definition of euthanasia is provided. Along with an exploration of its types and an overview of prominent Shia jurists viewpoints, wich are considered significant in their own right. Additionally, relevant verses and traditions are utilized to interpret and justify the aforementioned rulings.Results: In Iran, the legal vacuum regarding euthanasia is quite noticeable, since Shia jurisprudence forms the basis of the legal structure of our country, it is essential for jurists, and respected legislators. To address this legal gap and establish comprehensive laws that clearly address euthanasia and its various aspects, it’s necessary to develop and implement such legislation.Conclusion: Examining euthanasia from the perspective mandatory ruling (permissibility or non-permissibility) and its status ruling (right to retribution and dowry), is one of the topics of interest in this article. The examination is accompanied by jurisprudential and philosophical justification and interpretation. In addition, Article 206 of the Islamic Penal Code has also been carefully examined in this regard. Finally, by presenting the views of Shiite scholars on various aspects of euthanasia, a general summary is provided, which is hoped to clarify the issue and elucidate the jurisprudence and laws, considering the current conditions.
