Is a man's claim of ownership (slavery) over a young female in his custody accepted?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Claims and Evidences

Book 65 · Issue 2 · Bab 1

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Primary text

A claim of ownership (slavery) over a young female in possession is accepted, provided she is a child incapable of expressing herself. This is because possession is evidence of ownership, and ownership can legally be established over a minor.