What is the procedure for distributing inheritance when the lineage of the claimed descendant is not established?

Chapter on Sharing in Purity

Al-Mughni

Book of Inheritance Shares (Farā'id)

Book 32 · Issue 12 · Bab 6

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In all these cases, if the lineage of the claimed descendant is not proven, his share is held in escrow (*waqf*), and the certain portion is given to each heir. The remainder is held pending proof of lineage or a settlement among the parties.