What is the ruling concerning the act of secret theft accomplished by 'Ikh-tilaas' (snatching)?
Chapter on Amputation in Theft
Al-Mughni
Book of Ḥudūd (Prescribed Penalties)
Primary text
The ruling is that the thief who steals by 'Ikh-tilaas' (snatching) is not subject to 'Qat' (amputation of the hand).