I made a complaint about my stolen money and could not attend the hearing. Will I be penalized?

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As the complainant (victim) in a theft case, your absence during prosecution hearings does not expose you to any penalty or immigration block.

We recently handled an identical case where the victim was outside the UAE during the prosecution phase, and the case proceeded based on the police report, evidence, and available testimony.

The court issued its judgment without requiring the complainant’s physical presence.

Since the Dubai Public Prosecution has already issued a judgment, and the accused has been sentenced, your role as complainant is considered complete unless there’s a financial claim (civil compensation) still pending.

You will not be stopped at immigration, and no legal liability arises against you for missing the prosecution date, especially since you had already filed the police report and were cooperative initially.

If you wish to claim compensation for the stolen amount, we can assist you in filing a civil compensation case, especially if the judgment confirms the theft and conviction.

We recommend saving the court judgment details shown on the DXBPP portal, as it strengthens your right to recover funds.

Our multilingual consultants are ready to assist in Arabic, English, Russian, Hindi, and Chinese.

Hello,

As the victim, it’s unlikely that you’ll face any immigration issues unless the prosecution has formally marked you as a person of interest for some reason, which is rare in theft cases where you are the complainant.

Since the case seems to have been resolved with a sentence, it is unlikely that you’ll face any legal repercussions.

Dear Inquirer

We are pleased to serve you and address your inquiries.

It seems that the Public Prosecution continued to consider the case and saw that there was no need for your presence in light of the availability of evidence against the accused person.

Contact us via email or call our offices in Dubai, Sharjah, or RAK.

Jasim Al Haddad Advocates & Legal Consultants

Wa alaikum assalam,

Thank you for your message.

As the complainant/victim, you are not legally penalized for missing the prosecution appointment, especially if you were outside the country and the case proceeded in your absence.

If the accused has already been sentenced, this means the case moved forward based on available evidence.

You should not face any issues at immigration when returning, but to be completely certain—especially if there are any open procedural matters—it is best to check your status formally.

We recommend that you book a consultation or authorize our legal office to follow up directly with Dubai Prosecution on your behalf to ensure everything is clear before your return.

You will NOT be penalised or stopped at immigration for missing the prosecution appointment, as you are the complainant/victim, not the accused.

No, there is no travel ban, no case, and no restriction on complainants; only defendants or convicts are subject to immigration alerts.

So, you are safe to return to the UAE without any legal issues.

I can help guide you through it professionally.

Please feel free to share your WhatsApp number if you’d like continued support through our legal office.

Wa Alaikum Assalam,

Thank you for reaching out.

Since you are the complainant/victim in this case, you are generally not penalized for missing the prosecution’s summons, especially if you were out of the country and made efforts to contact them.

The prosecution typically focuses on the accused attending the sessions.

Regarding your return to the UAE:

You are unlikely to face any travel ban or hold at immigration as a victim.

However, it’s important to keep communication open with the prosecution. If possible, inform them of your situation and provide updated contact details.

If you want, we can assist you in contacting the Dubai prosecution to clarify your status and ensure no issues arise on your return.

Jazakallah Khair, and please let us know how we can help.

Best regards,

Mohammed Salah

Legal Consultant

Dear Sir,

Thank you for contacting us and for explaining your situation in detail.

As you are the complainant and victim in this case, your absence from the prosecution session is not considered a violation on your part and should not expose you to any criminal penalty.

The prosecution usually takes into account circumstances such as being outside the country and unable to attend.

Regarding the judgment issued against the accused, this means the case has been decided in your favor, which is positive.

Additionally, you can now file a civil claim attached to the criminal judgment to recover the stolen amount and claim damages.

Regarding your travel and return to the UAE, you generally should not face any entry denial due to your absence from prosecution, provided there are no arrest warrants or legal orders requiring your presence.

However, we advise you to follow up with the prosecution or a specialized lawyer to ensure you comply with any official requirements and to avoid any surprises.

If you wish, we can assist you in communicating with the prosecution or following up on the case on your behalf to safeguard your rights.

May Allah bless you and grant you ease and success.

Best regards,

Alya Alzeera

Lawyer & Legal Consultant

Licensed in the UAE and Bahrain

Thank you for your message, and I understand your concern completely.

Since you are the complainant and not the accused, there is no penalty or legal consequence for you for not attending the prosecution summons, especially given that you were out of the country and made the effort to call them back.

The case seems to have moved forward based on the available evidence, and the portal now shows that the accused has been sentenced, confirms that.

As the victim of the theft, you will not face any issues at immigration upon your return to the UAE.

You are not under any investigation, and there are no travel bans or restrictions that apply to you.

Your absence did not stop the case from proceeding, and the judgment being issued in your favor is a good sign that the matter is resolved.

If you wish to check further or require assistance to follow up on any possible compensation or civil claim, feel free to reach out to me on WhatsApp or phone, and I’d be happy to help you further.

Wa Alaikum Salaam,

Since you are the complainant/victim in the case and not the accused, you will not be penalised for missing the prosecution appointment.

The court has already issued a judgment against the person who stole your money, and as the complainant, your attendance was not mandatory for the judgment to proceed.

You will not be stopped at immigration when returning to Dubai because there is no case or travel ban against you as the victim.

The missed calls and messages from prosecution were likely to gather more information or update you, but your absence does not affect your legal status or create any penalty for you.

You can return to Dubai without concern, and if you need any updates on your case, you can contact the prosecution office or check the Dxbpp portal.

Jazakallah Khair.

We need to file an appeal within 14 days of the judgment to secure you in this case.

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Not attending the prosecution may lead to legal actions, but since you are the victim, you have the right to clarify your position. Entry bans depend on the case specifics.

We specialize in such cases and can assist you with follow-up and legal advice. Feel free to contact us on WhatsApp for any support or questions.