Can the guardian accept compensation instead of Qisas when the minor has sufficient means?

Chapter on Retaliation (Qawad)

Al-Mughni

Book of Wounds

Book 47 · Issue 2 · Bab 2

Open in Qurani

Primary text

If the guardian wishes to accept compensation (Diyya) in lieu of Qisas, but the minor possesses sufficient means from other sources, this is not permissible. This prohibition is established because accepting compensation would constitute forfeiting the minor's right without necessity.