The legal system is primarily based on the English Common Law which is also practiced by the Governments of Singapore, Malaysia and Australia. Brunei's Companies Act is similar to Company Law based on the English legislation. Matters pertaining to the Islamic faith are dealt with by the Islamic courts. Periodically amendments are made for maintaining the security and peace in the country. Mischief by fire or any explosive device substances intending to cause, or knowing it to be likely to cause, damage to any property is punishable by death if such an act cause death to any person.
Public entertainment requires prior written permission.
The sales of liquor is strictly prohibited in the country. Non Muslims are only allowed to purchase limited amount of liquor from the neighboring countries for their personal consumption only. Other lighter offenses will be imprisonment and caned. There is copyright law in the country. Any offender will be prosecuted.