The creditor took a like amount from his debtor" After spending it he learnt that it was counterfeit. What is the ruling? Print

Question 891) - The creditor took a like amount from his debtor" After spending it he learnt that it was counterfeit. What is the ruling?

A: According to Imaam Abu Hanifa RAH. his debt has been fulfilled by what he took and spent. According to the other two mams he will return an amount equal to the counterfeit and claim the correct amount.

~ al-Quduri ~