What is the ruling if an individual initiates a claim of slavery against himself to another person, and the alleged master confirms it?

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Al-Mughni

Book of Foundlings

Book 30 · Issue 6 · Bab 1

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If a person admits slavery directly to another, and that person confirms the admission, it is treated the same as admitting slavery in response to an accusation. If the alleged master denies the admission, the admission is void.