If intercession is sought regarding hudud (the fixed Qur'anic punishments) before the case reaches the ruler, is it permissible?
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Question:
If intercession is sought regarding hudud before the case reaches the ruler, is it permissible?
Answer:
Yes, before it reaches the ruler, one should cover up the Muslim’s fault, provided that he repents to Allah or that he has no prior record and this is his first offense. In that case, the matter is not referred to the ruler, and he is covered up if he repents and abandons the act. However, if this recurs on his part, the matter must be referred to the ruler, and it is not permissible to remain silent about it. Yes.
If intercession is sought regarding hudud before the case reaches the ruler, is it permissible?
Answer:
Yes, before it reaches the ruler, one should cover up the Muslim’s fault, provided that he repents to Allah or that he has no prior record and this is his first offense. In that case, the matter is not referred to the ruler, and he is covered up if he repents and abandons the act. However, if this recurs on his part, the matter must be referred to the ruler, and it is not permissible to remain silent about it. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، 326 - إذا كانت الشفاعة بالحدود قبل وصولها إلى السلطان هل هي جائزة؟ - الشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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