Question 2295) - Who may not grant amnesty?

A: The amnesty of a Zimmi is not valid and a prisoner or trader who is amongst the enemy may not grant amnesty. According to Imaam Abu Hanifah RAH. an incapacitated slave may not grant amnesty unless his owner permits him to fight. According to Imaam Abu Yusuf RAH. and Imaam Muhammed RAH. his amnesty is valid.

~ al-Quduri ~