Question 878) - Offer and acceptance was made but the Murtahin did not take possession of the collateral. What is the ruling?

A: For as long as the Rahn has not be given over, the one who must give it [Rahin] may either hand it over or he may rescind the agreement. Once it is handed over it falls in the responsibility of the Murtahin.

~ al-Quduri ~