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Does showing a world war I film with borderline sexual content violate UAE laws?
Greetings,
I am a university professor who teaches a course on World War I films.
One of the films shown to the students contains some sexual scenes, which are borderline, but not nearly as explicit as much of what is found on Netflix AE.
I seem to be facing a disciplinary committee as there have been some student and parent complaints for the first time in seven years.
The question is, does this film violate any UAE laws? Article 362 is difficult to interpret.
Thanks!
Dear Client,
Thanks for your question! I hope you are doing well. I will assist you in this matter.
Article 362 of the UAE Penal Code addresses the dissemination of pornographic material and provides for penalties for those who produce, import, distribute, or possess such material.
The interpretation of this article can be challenging, and whether a specific film violates UAE laws can depend on various factors, including the content, context, and intended audience.
It's advisable to consult with us to assess the specific film in question and its compliance with UAE regulations.
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ABDUL WAHIED
Dear Professor,
Article 362 of UAE's Penal Code pertains to many forms of different crimes. We believe that you are referring to the one mentioned in paragraph 3 specifically.
In that case, we have to inform you that you might be exposed to some legal risks as paragraph 3 of article 362 is interpreted in light of the provisions of Islamic Shariah, which prohibits any form of displaying or sharing visuals of a sexual nature.
Therefore, we would highly recommend that you try to settle the matter with any students involved.
Also, it would be advised that you proceed with care regarding the disciplinary committee to end the complaint within the university with no escalation to any governmental entities.
For more information, please contact us on WhatsApp or by email.
Dear Questioner,
The article you are talking about is in the old law. In the new law, it is article No. 416.
Your comparison of the movie with what is shown on Netflix is not correct.
You subscribe to Netflix of your own free will, and what is shown on it is not comparable to what is shown in universities.
However, you must emphasize that the intention was educational, and nothing else.
It is difficult to answer this question without knowing the exact content of the film.
Article 362 of the UAE Penal Code states that any person who publicly displays or distributes any material that is deemed to be offensive or contrary to public morals can be punished with imprisonment and/or a fine.
However, the interpretation of what is considered offensive or contrary to public morals is subjective and can vary from person to person.
Therefore, it is best to consult a lawyer who is familiar with UAE law to determine if the film in question violates any laws.
You can reach us via WhatsApp available for more information.
