Is a wife sinful for sending her children to their father who has violated the agreement, threatened her with her rights, and exposed their children to deviation? And is the husband entitled to bargain over the deferred dowry and refuse to finalize the divorce based on his suspicions? And does the wife receive the deferred dowry if she takes the matter to court, or must she waive it to finalize the divorce?
If the child reaches the age of seven, he or she is placed with the parent who is more caring for their interests. If both parents are equally caring, the child is given a choice between them, keeping in mind that the child's best interest takes precedence over their choice if their choice is detrimental to their well-being. It was obligatory for the mother to keep her children with her and demand housing and maintenance from their father. If that was not possible and they had no housing or maintenance, then there is no blame on her for sending them to their father. Regarding the refusal to register the divorce, it can be resolved by taking the matter to court. If the judge rules that it has occurred, the matter is concluded. If the husband refuses to acknowledge the divorce, the wife must provide proof. If there is no proof, she must ransom herself from him with what he demands. The saved money, if it is from the wife's private funds or a gift from the husband, then there is no blame in it. However, if it is from the husband's money without his knowledge, it is not permissible for her and she must return it.
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