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Can the bank request an immediate travel ban in a civil case?
Dear Sir
I am a Dubai resident.
Last month, the bank filed a criminal case against me for a credit card cheque bounce of AED 16000. I paid the fine and got released from the police station.
Now, they send an email stating they are going to file a civil case against me and GCC travel ban (total amount due is AED 30000, including interests).
If they file a civil case, will there be any immediate travel ban?
How will I know if I get a travel ban?
Also, advise if the police can arrest me on the basis of this civil case immediately.
Dear questioner,
There is no immediate travel ban in a civil case. We can check the travel ban for you.
Kindly contact us by phone for a detailed discussion or write to us at our email for further assistance.
Hello.
You may not be arrested due to an active financial civil case unless it reached to the stage of execution (execution file open) and you failed to pay.
However, a travel ban may be imposed, if the court accepts the request. There is no notification regarding a travel ban.
It is better in your case to reach an amicable solution with the bank since the bank has the right to claim an amount of unpaid loan.
I understand your inquiry relates to bounced cheques and travel bans. I cover these topics in my legal podcast, LAWGICAL WITH LYLAW. This may be a good starting point for you.
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