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May one sleep in a state of janabah after intimacy?

Yes, but it is sunnah to perform wudu' first and to take the obligatory bath before the prayer time begins.
The Prophet ﷺ slept in a state of janabah after performing wudu' like the wudu' for prayer, as narrated in authentic hadith. The obligatory bath is required after intercourse even without ejaculation. What matters is not delaying the bath until a prayer time is missed. If one wishes to be intimate again, it is sunnah to perform wudu' in between. See Etiquette between husband and wife.

Sources

Sahih al-Bukhari 291Sahih Muslim, Kitab al-HaidSahih Muslim, Kitab al-HaidSahih al-Bukhari 286; narrated by Muslim (sleeping in a state of janabah after wudu')

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This answer is general reference, not a fatwa. For your situation, consult the religious affairs office, a Syarie lawyer or your state Syariah Court.

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