Misuse of the internet is severely punished, with crimes such as hacking, breaching private or government data, spreading rumors or fake news, tampering with data of certain authorities, defaming...
According to Article 65 of the Criminal Procedure Code, the Public Prosecution is responsible for initiating investigations in felony cases and may also conduct investigations in misdemeanour cases...
Dealing with a criminal case is certainly not an easy thing to do and would indeed require a criminal lawyer or legal professional on your side. The current article By Criminal Lawyers of Dubai will...
In the United Arab Emirates, there exists a different kind of punishments for crimes including capital punishments for the most heinous of crimes such as rape. Sexual assaults are heavily punished in...
The United Arab Emirates recently announced a major overhaul of its Islamic personal laws, many of which are regarded as ‘extreme’ and ‘uncivilised’. Several laws were relaxed including those...
UAE Legislators on 9 December 2018 issued a Decision of Council of Ministers Number 57 of 2018 (the Decision) regarding the recent amendments in Federal Law Number 11 of 1992 concerning the UAE Civil...
Recent amendments in Civil Procedures Law (Federal Law number 11 of 1992) has gained so much attention before the litigants in the country. The recent amendment by virtue of Cabinet Resolution number...
At the beginning of 2021, the Dubai Courts issued Decision No. 3 of 2021, organizing the application of personal status matters. This decision has significant and amazing changes, which we thought...
There is no flexibility when it comes to drug-related offences in the UAE, and they could lead to punishments as high as deportation from the country. According to the new federal law on narcotics...
In the recent years, the UAE has brought about significant changes to its legal provisions regarding relationships between unmarried couples and children born outside the boundaries of a marriage. The...
With certain Emirates in the UAE allowing property ownership for expats in the region, an increasing number of individuals are now buying properties and investing in other assets in the UAE...
The United Arab Emirates has a vibrant real estate market. It has been experiencing consistent growth, and attracting international investment, particularly in the emirate of Dubai. Many expatriates...
Understanding your rights during criminal proceedings is essential if you are accused in a criminal case. This article provides crucial guidance based on the Criminal Procedure Law, Federal Decree-Law...
Introduction:Wadeema’s Law, officially known as Federal Law No. 3 of 2016 Concerning Child Rights, stands as a cornerstone of child protection in the UAE. Named after a tragic case of child abuse that...
Introduction:Investing in off-plan properties in Dubai presents an attractive opportunity for prospective homeowners and investors alike. However, navigating this market requires vigilance and...
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Dr. Hassan Elhais is a legal consultant in Dubai, specializing in the drafting of all statements of claim, memos and consultation on litigation of all manner.