Is liability incurred for cutting off a part of an adult's body without their permission?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Leasing
Primary text
Liability is established if one cuts off a part of a human being's body without their express permission, because the cutting performed was unauthorized. Liability is removed if the cutting was done by the ruler, a legitimate guardian, or an authorized agent, as these actions are permissible by religious law.