Is the hand of the thief of a contractually emancipated slave (*Mukatab*) to be amputated?
Chapter on Amputation in Theft
Al-Mughni
Book of Ḥudūd (Prescribed Penalties)
Primary text
The thief of a *Mukatab* is not subject to amputation because the master's ownership over him is incomplete; the master does not possess his benefits, his service, nor can he claim compensation for injuries against him. Furthermore, a person does not own himself, resembling a free person.