Is the original finder (Multeqit) liable for loss of the found object if it is lost without his negligence?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Lost-and-Found Property

Book 29 · Issue 1 · Bab 1

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The original finder has no liability (guarantee) if the found object (Luqatah) is lost without his negligence (tafrit). This is because the item is held as a trust (amanah) in his possession, similar to a deposit (wadi'ah).