What is the ruling on a man paying a bribe to obtain his right?
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Question:
He says: Honorable Shaykh, may Allah grant you success. If I have a right and I cannot obtain it except by paying a bribe, am I excused in this case?
Answer:
No, it is not excused, and it is not permissible to open the door to bribery. But you should follow up with the officials and complain until you get your share, or you may appoint a lawyer or do something else. Yes.
He says: Honorable Shaykh, may Allah grant you success. If I have a right and I cannot obtain it except by paying a bribe, am I excused in this case?
Answer:
No, it is not excused, and it is not permissible to open the door to bribery. But you should follow up with the officials and complain until you get your share, or you may appoint a lawyer or do something else. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، [1306 -2802] حكم دفع الرجل الرشوة للتوصل إلى حقه؟ — youtube.com
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