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I Found Chametz on Pesach. What Should I Do?

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Gary New York April 5, 2026

If the chametz was indeed included in the sale, would you have the right to burn what is now owned by someone else? There would still be a need to put it in a place where you would not have access to it, but that's different than destroying it. Reply

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That is correct, which is why the article states that one should consult his rabbi in the event of such a scenario, as the answer will depend on the specifics of the situation. Reply

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