How to find and help a friend arrested in Sharjah with no update?

Hello,

Suppose your friend was arrested by the Sharjah municipality and police, and you don’t know his whereabouts. In that case, the first step is to contact the Sharjah Police General Headquarters directly to inquire about him.

They are required by law to inform of any detention and present the detainee before the Public Prosecution within 48 hours.

You can also visit the Public Prosecution office in Sharjah or call them to ask about the case status using your friend’s full name and ID number.

It is important to seek legal representation for your friend as early as possible to protect his rights.

If you want, I can help advise on contacting authorities or arranging legal support.

Thank you for contacting us via Legal Advice Middle East!

We previously assisted in a very similar case where an individual was taken from his residence by Sharjah authorities, and the family had no immediate information.

The key point is that once a person is detained, he will normally be transferred either to the local police station or directly to the Public Prosecution, depending on the nature of the matter.

There are several steps you can take. First, you or a legal representative should approach the nearest police station in the district where the arrest took place to inquire if your friend is held there.

Second, if not, you may check with the Sharjah Public Prosecution, which registers new cases after transfer from the police.

Third, it is possible to appoint a lawyer immediately to file an inquiry request and seek visitation or case information.

The most strategic step is to act quickly with a lawyer’s mandate. This ensures you get accurate information about the charge, detention location, and next hearing, while protecting your friend’s rights.

Delay may prolong uncertainty and limit access to timely defense.

To guide you more precisely, we would need to know the area of Sharjah where he was arrested and any prior notices he might have received. Our multilingual team is available in Arabic, English, Russian, Hindi, and Chinese to assist you immediately in locating him and following up with the authorities.

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