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6 available 6 • View allRetrieving passport after confiscation by police in a traffic case 
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Q: Hi
1 week back, my friend hit one pedestrian in a minor car accident. There is no damage to the car and neither the lady is injured much.
She was ok after the ambulance came and gave her first aid, but Dubai police took my friend's passport and gave 2 weeks' time.
My question is, when will my friend get her passport back?

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Q: I was looking to seek some legal advice regarding my case. I had a traffic accident that has been referred to the traffic court. No one else was involved or injured just me. My car crashed into a post. I am also fine, my car is not. I was taken to hospital but left of my own accord and went to the police station the next day. There are some other mitigating circumstances but I would rather discuss these privately. Please contact me if you can help. Many thanks.

Dec 18, 2016
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Claiming passport back from police after a car accident
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Q: Dear,
Last October, my husband had a car accident, and after a few months, the police took his passport and still has not given it back.
Every time upon visiting them they suggest a new time or a new phone number for follow up. His visa has been expired and the car registration (Mulkiya) would be expired very soon.
What can be done to get the passport back?
Kindly please help with advice.
Regards

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What is the process for claiming financial expenses at the Dubai Traffic Prosecution Court?


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Q: Hello,
I would kindly request some information on the process of the Dubai Traffic Prosecution Court.
Facts:
1. I am the affected party (Green) as per the police report. There is no dispute from the other driver. No other parties are involved.
2. The police advised to open a file with the Dubai Traffic Prosecution Court to claim financial expenses that occurred as the result of the accident (loss of earnings, medical expenses not covered by insurance, etc).
Questions:
1. What is the process of the Dubai Traffic Prosecution Court? Do I need to submit documents prior to the court date and if so how is this done?
2. If the other party wants to settle out of court, is it possible to withdraw the court case? How is this done?
Many thanks for your time!



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"Dubai Courts orders the seizure of the defendant's traffic file.” What does this mean?




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Q: Dear Lawyers,
"Dubai Courts orders the seizure of the defendant's traffic file.” What does this mean?
Are they going to confiscate the car? Can I still drive in the UAE?





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195
What can I do if I have a criminal case and travel ban against me for a traffic violation?




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Q: While driving I swerved at the vehicle next to me as I was distracted by looking at Google Maps and the other driver asked me to stop by the curb.
Our routes were different and the other guy took a right turn from the roundabout and I went straight.
This other driver filed a police complaint and now I have a criminal case against me with a travel ban.
What can be done in this situation?





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1 available 1 • View allAccident and Personal Injury Compensation 22
Personal injury involves an injury sustained physically, emotionally and mentally. The injured person is entitled to claim damages where he has suffered an injury due to the other person’s wrongdoing. The victim may file a case against the person, who is found guilty in a criminal case or his insurance company if the defaulter has secured himself by insurance. The UAE civil law allows filing a compensation claim for injury damages.
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Laws & Regulations
2 available 2 • View allFederal Law No. (35) of 1992 Concerning The Criminal Procedural Law 13
The law promulgates UAE Criminal Procedural Law (Penal Procedures Law) which governs criminal procedures in the UAE. This law applies to the procedures relating to offences whose punishments are not specified, dogma and punitive offences, and blood money, if they do not violate the Sharia rules.
Jun 15, 1992
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Federal Law No. (21) of 1995 Concerning Traffic 11
The stipulations of this UAE Traffic Law govern all types of vehicles and their drivers, and the passage of pedestrians and animals on public roads in the United Arab Emirates.
Nov 20, 1995
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