Protection from a former husband's harassment

My former husband keeps harassing me after divorce. What can I do?

If the harassment threatens your safety, the first step is calling Talian Kasih at 15999 for immediate help. After that, talk to a Peguam Syarie about what court steps fit the harassment you are experiencing.

Post-divorce harassment can take several forms: repeated calls, showing up at your home uninvited, or threats related to the children or property. Each form needs a slightly different approach.

What can the Syariah Court actually do in a situation like this?

The Syariah Court focuses on matters such as maintenance, hadhanah, and access to children, including barring a parent from removing a child from Malaysia while a case is ongoing.^[1] This can be relevant if his harassment relates to the children.

For an immediate safety threat that does not connect directly to a Syariah Court claim, a police report and other agencies matter alongside the process, not as a replacement for it.

When should you contact someone other than the court?

If you feel unsafe at any point, do not wait for the court process to finish first. Call Talian Kasih at 15999 or your local authorities right away. Your safety is the first priority, not a last resort.

Once the immediate safety situation is addressed, you can continue talking to a Peguam Syarie about longer-term steps for this ongoing harassment.

What evidence helps if you want to apply for protection?

Keep records of messages, unanswered calls, or notes of the date and time of each incident. If there are witnesses such as neighbours or family members, note their names too.

Simple, well-organised evidence helps far more than trying to remember details months later. Start keeping this record as early as you can, even before you decide on the next step.

What is the next step once you have identified this pattern of harassment?

Depending on your situation, you may need to discuss access rights if the harassment relates to seeing the children, or maintenance arrears if it relates to unpaid support.

If you are not sure which step fits your situation, tell us what is happening and we will help you understand your realistic options, while keeping your safety as the first priority.

Common questions

My former husband keeps calling and showing up at my house even after our divorce. What can I do?

If you feel unsafe, call Talian Kasih at 15999 first for immediate help. Beyond that, talk to a Peguam Syarie about what order fits this pattern of ongoing harassment.

Can a Syariah Court order stop him from approaching me?

The Syariah Court focuses on matters such as maintenance, hadhanah, and access. For immediate safety threats, a police report and agencies such as Talian Kasih matter alongside the court process, not instead of it.

Do I need evidence before applying for protection?

Records such as messages, unanswered calls, or witnesses support your application. Start keeping whatever evidence you have, even something small, while you seek further advice.