Can an agent for the wife release the husband from the dower (Sadaq) or a debt owed to her?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of the Wedding Feast

Book 37 · Issue 4 · Bab 1

Open in Qurani

Primary text

The husband is not released from the dower or any debt owed to the wife unless the release pertains specifically to Khul' (redemption/divorce for compensation).