If he refuses to attend, is the case decided against him?

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The questioner : If he refuses to attend, is the case decided against him?

The Shaykh : If he refuses to attend, the case is decided against him, unless he has a valid excuse. If he has a valid excuse, the judge sends someone to him to take his statement.

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