Spending the Amanah

A: If the case is as you have mentioned; that your grandfather died while holding the Amanah of that person, his heirs must pay 600 silver Saudi Riyals to the judge of the official court. In addition, you should inform him of the details, i.e. The number and the date of depositing them as well as other descriptions of the Amanah which your grandfather told his son about. The court may keep it for its owner if it is possible, otherwise it will be disposed of for public interests such as giving charity to the poor, maintaining Masjids (mosques) and the like. By doing this, you will free your grandfather from any liability. May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.