Q: I am a defendant of a case for drinking. The court called us for a hearing. The court has returned this case to public prosecution. What do we need to do to further? A: You can approach the Public Prosecutor to know the whereabouts of the case and understand if anything is required from you…

Dear Mr K., Thank you for following up with me on this. It is possible that the court requires public prosecutors comment or further investigation on this. You can approach the Public Prosecutor to know the whereabouts of the case and understand if anything is required from you. Regards, Hari Wadhwana

Returning a case by the court to the public prosecution

Questions & Answers

Questions & Answers

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The UAE punishment for being drunk in a public place

Q: Hi Sir, Good evening. I was under police custody for 48 hours because I was drinking in my house and went to the beach for a bath, then Abu Dhabi police arrested and made a case. I want to know about the fines of this case. I am Non-Muslim and have an alcohol license.

Oct 21, 2018

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Punishment for alcohol consumption without a drinking license

Q: The police caught my boyfriend when he was drunk. How long should he be in prison for it? P.S. He is in jail now for 1 month.

Apr 10, 2017

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Getting a police clearance certificate if you have a police fine

Q: Sir, I need a police clearance certificate. Now, I am in Abu Dhabi but I got fine from police one time for drinking alcohol in a public place. Is there any problem to get the certificate?

Aug 28, 2018

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The procedures of a criminal case and the role of the public prosecutor

Q: Hi, I just want to know. What is the role of a public prosecutor? I do not understand all the terms. My statements and the accused statements were collected by the police station. What is giving the statement to the prosecutor? and what usually happens after? Thank you!

Mar 24, 2020

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Laws & Regulations

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Federal Law No. (3) of 1987 Promulgating the Penal Code

This Law promulgates the Federal Penal Code (Criminal Law) of the United Arab Emirates. Crimes and chastisement punishments shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of this Law and other penal codes.

Dec 8, 1987

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