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Stealing Items from a Compulsive Hoarder

Question

Is it permissible to take items from a compulsive hoarder for the hoarder's benefit? Is there a prohibition of theft, or since it is done for their good, is it allowed?

Answer

Hello,

There is no permission to steal items from him.

Answered 6 February 2025 How answers are reviewed
Answered by
Rabbi Israel Cohen
Answers questions at Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Smicha "Yoreh-Yoreh" (2012), Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Orach Chaim, Yoreh Deah
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Source

According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi Amram Fried, shlita

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