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)

Book 51 · Issue 2 · Bab 2

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The ruling is that the thief who steals by 'Ikh-tilaas' (snatching) is not subject to 'Qat' (amputation of the hand).