Is delegation permissible for establishing proof of Hadd punishments?

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Delegation for establishing Hadd punishments is permissible. The evidence for this is the Hadith of Anis, where the Prophet delegated him both to establish (via confession) and to execute the punishment, stating, "If she confesses, stone her." This indicates that the matter was not yet established when delegation occurred. Furthermore, when a judge appoints a deputy, it generally includes Hadd punishments; therefore, if included generally, it must be valid through specific delegation. The delegate acts in place of the delegator regarding negating Hadd by doubtful circumstances.