Is amputation the ruling for theft if the owner is asleep upon the stolen camel?

Chapter on Amputation in Theft

Al-Mughni

Book of Ḥudūd (Prescribed Penalties)

Book 51 · Issue 5 · Bab 2

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If the camel is stolen while its owner is asleep upon it, amputation is not mandated because the property is considered to be in the actual custody and hand of the owner.