Is the testimony of a master for his slave accepted?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Testimonies

Book 63 · Issue 2 · Bab 1

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Primary text

The testimony of a master for his slave is not accepted because the slave's wealth belongs to the master; thus, his testimony on the slave's behalf is a testimony for himself. The Prophet, peace be upon him, stated that if a slave is sold and possesses wealth, that wealth belongs to the seller unless the buyer stipulates otherwise. There is no known disagreement on this point.