Using government owned cars for personal purposes

Q: What is the ruling on using government cars for the private purposes of the employees? It should be noted that the user of the car receives money that covers all its expenses, such as fuel, maintenance and the like. Moreover, he gets transportation allowance every month added to the salary. We want to know the Shari‘ah (Islamic law) point of view on this matter and we hope that you will give advice to the users of government cars. May Allah protect and guard you.

A: It is not permissible to use government cars allocated for official governmental circles for the private purposes of the employees. (Part No. 23; Page No. 433) They should be used exclusively in government-related purposes. Using these cars for purposes other than those designated involves usage without legal right.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family and Companions.