Is the Sultan liable for harm sustained while enforcing a legal punishment under extreme weather conditions?

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Al-Mughni

Book of Beverages (Intoxicants)

Book 53 · Issue 2 · Bab 1

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If the Imam administers a legal punishment (hadd) during severe heat or cold, or compels someone to undergo circumcision during such conditions, there are two possible legal opinions regarding liability for resulting damage.