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Leased Asset Being Used For Unlawful Purposes
What should a lessor do upon becoming aware of a lessee's intention to utilize a leased asset for unlawful purposes?
If the lessor becomes aware of a lessee's intention to utilize a leased asset in unlawful ways, he should rescind the contract. Any rental payments earned before rescission are lawful for him to accept, while all subsequent rentals are unlawful. However, if the core purpose of the Ijarah contract is lawful—such as leasing a car—the Ijarah is not rendered unlawful by any sins on the part of the lessee.

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