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Is it considered a sin for the sister, or for her family who supported her decision, to file for divorce and demand her rights after discovering that her husband consumes unlawful substances, engages in illicit relationships, evades documenting the Sharia-compliant marriage contract, and denies the dowry?

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There is no sin upon you for helping your sister refer her case to the court to request a divorce from her husband if he is ill-mannered, and for her to obtain her legitimate rights.

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