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The employer agrees to withdraw the theft case, but the prosecutor refuses. What now?
Dear Sir/Ma'am,
I'm an accused in a theft case at my workstation. The amount stolen was 7000 AED. I surrendered, confessed, and agreed to pay the entire amount immediately to my employer.
However, he still called the police and filed a case. At the same time, the police recovered the entire 7000 AED from me, but my boss was still not ready to drop the case.
After a few days, he somehow agreed to an out-of-court settlement, demanding 10000 AED. We agreed to it and, in return, requested him to withdraw the case.
We paid him the amount, and he got a letter from the typing center to withdraw the case. When he went to the police, they said the file had already been moved to the prosecutor.
We went to the prosecutor, and they said the file had been moved to them, but they hadn't registered the case in their system yet. Now the prosecutor doesn't want to drop the case, as he wants legal action to be taken against me.
Please assist with how to withdraw this case from the prosecutor. If it can't be dropped, what actions might be imposed on me?
Dear Questioner,
Dubai Public Prosecution issued Directive No. 1 of 2019 on Reconciliation in Misdemeanor Cases. This directive allows for reconciliation in certain misdemeanor theft cases if specific conditions are met.
Also, prosecutors in Dubai prioritize public interest and deterring crime, so they might be less inclined to withdraw the case solely based on the settlement.
It will be better if you hire a lawyer to submit a request on behalf of you to withdraw this case.
If you need our assistance, kindly share your WhatsApp number.
Dear client,
Thanks for your inquiry!
Regarding the above, we would like to inform you that, according to UAE law, theft is a criminal offense and can result in imprisonment and/or a fine.
In your case, since you have already confessed and returned the stolen amount, your employer has the right to withdraw the case against you. However, the final decision to drop the case lies with the prosecutor.
If your employer has already submitted a letter to the prosecutor requesting to withdraw the case, you can also submit a written request to the prosecutor explaining the circumstances and requesting for the case to be dropped.
You can also provide any evidence or documents that support your request, such as a receipt for the payment of the stolen amount.
If the prosecutor decides to proceed with the case, you may face legal consequences such as imprisonment and/or a fine.
It is important to seek legal assistance and representation in this matter to ensure your rights are protected and to present a strong defense in court.
In any case, it is important to cooperate with the legal proceedings and follow the instructions of the prosecutor.
If you have any further questions or concerns, it is best to consult with us as a lawyer who is familiar with UAE laws. We can provide you with specific advice based on your situation.
Kindly do not hesitate to contact us via email or phone for further guidance.
Greetings,
Seek personal legal advice from a criminal law attorney. The prosecutor will decide whether to proceed with the case, and if they do, you may face charges for theft.
It is important to cooperate with legal proceedings and avoid any attempts to influence the process.
Consulting with a lawyer is crucial for navigating this situation.
