The Ruling on Covering Up a Wrong That a Muslim Displays

Question:
May Allah reward you. A questioner asks: If a person displays a wrong and some people see it, is it permissible to cover it up? And what about the one who covers it up?

Answer:
The obligatory thing is to give advice and to cover it up. Whoever covers up a Muslim, Allah will cover him up in this world and the Hereafter. He should advise him and direct him to good until he abandons the wrong. If he does not abandon it, his case should be referred to the committee, to the committee, or to the court, or to the governor, if he displays the wrong. Peace be upon you. For example, abandoning the congregational prayers, or openly drinking intoxicants in front of people, or smoking. But if Allah guides him and he accepts the advice, praise be to Allah. But if he does not accept it and displays the wrong in the markets in front of people, or in the cafes, then his case is referred to the authorities.