If the external claimant proves ownership for one year, and the possessor proves ownership for two years, what is the ruling?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Claims and Evidences
Primary text
The proof of the external claimant is preferred, except under the narration where the proof of the internal claimant is prioritized, in which case two differing views arise, mirroring the previous conflict.
Supporting text
The apparent position of Al-Shafi'i is to prioritize the proof of the internal claimant in all such cases. Some scholars suggest there are two opinions regarding this scenario.