| Articles | Legal & Law | Criminal |
Introduction:In June 2024, the UAE introduced Cabinet Decision No. 43/2024, establishing a comprehensive framework for handling non-resident foreigners caught in possession of narcotic drugs or...
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...
Introduction:The UAE has reinforced its commitment to combating financial crime with significant updates to its anti-money laundering (AML) legislation. Federal Decree-Law No. 20/2018, which...
A criminal defense attorney is a legal representative for an individual facing criminal charges. A criminal defense attorney may represent clients in public court or in private practice. A criminal...
A criminal defense attorney is a legal representative for an individual facing criminal charges. A criminal defense attorney may represent clients in public court or in private practice. A criminal...
Introduction:Extradition is a legal process through which one country surrenders an individual to another country for prosecution or punishment for crimes committed in the requesting country.The...
Under the UAE laws, assault is classified as a criminal offence, carrying penalties, all guided by the UAE Penal Code under Federal Law No. 31/2021.Assault Under the UAE Penal CodeAccording to the UAE...
The UAE has implemented various measures to combat money laundering and terrorist financing, including the enactment of the Federal Law No.20 of 2018 on Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the...
In the UAE Physical assault is also known as battery, which is a criminal offence. It can be defined as intentionally or recklessly causing bodily harm to another person. This can include hitting...
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...
The UAE Penal Code, the Federal Decree-Law No. 31 of 2021 on the Issuance of the Crimes and Penalties Law, is the law which regulates the criminal law in the UAE, along with the Criminal Procedure...
The UAE is committed to combating human trafficking and has further implemented a comprehensive legal framework in order to prevent, investigate and prosecute trafficking offenses.This article aims to...
IntroductionThe UAE has recently taken a significant step towards improving road safety by implementing amendments to its traffic laws. Effective July 6, 2023, these changes impose penalties for...
If you drive or intend to drive in the UAE, it is vital that you are aware of the traffic rules to be followed mandatorily. Failure to comply with the traffic rules and regulations in the UAE may...
IntroductionIn the United Arab Emirates (UAE), individuals may find themselves in situations where their freedom is restricted through detention or arrest. While both detention and arrest involve...