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9 available 9 • View allHow to act against a drug case in the UAE
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Q: My husband has been accused of being involved in drugs. He has been detained by the police since July 3, 2018. He is accused of using drugs and they did not release high drug test results. Until now, we have no update on his case.
Can I bail him out? How can he go out of prison and what should I do?
I am his wife and I am 7 months pregnant. We have a business which we opened in Feb 2018. The business is failing and losing a lot of money because the business needs my husband to operate it.
I am just desperate as he needs to be freed because his name was just given by someone who is really positive in using drugs. They just pointed out his name that's why he ended up there in the police station.

Sep 9, 2018
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Deportation and ban in a drugs criminal case
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Q: Hi
I'm deported for a drug smoking or drug-using case and my judgement is DEPORTATION only. Please give me an advice regarding this, if I am banned or no.
And if I am banned, how can I remove it? What is the procedure of this? How do I make a request to the public prosecutor?
Please give me an advice thanks

Jul 23, 2019
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How to deal with drug related offences
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Q: My brother was caught by CID for marijuana, but he consumed a week ago when they did a urine test which came out positive.
I am his sister. I just want to know what punishment he will get, whether it's deportation or a fine.
Please guide me as I am alone working here.

Jul 12, 2018
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What is the expected punishment for testing positive on drugs in the UAE?


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Q: My friend was caught 2 months ago for an attempt of promoting drugs.
3 days later, I was taken for questioning and they did a test which was positive (crystal meth) and I was released on the 3rd day.
A few days ago, I received a message saying I should attend a court hearing this 30th.
My question is, will there be any deportation? Or will I have to pay a fine?
I was caught for consumption only, not promoting neither possession.



Jun 27, 2021
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What are the possibilities to defend a drug case for personal use?
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Q: Hi
What are the possibilities to defend a drug case for personal use and urine test is positive?
Is there any way to defend the charges?

Sep 21, 2021
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A brother is in jail for drug use. What to do?


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Q: Hi,
I am an Indian. My brother is working in Sharjah. It has been 10 days we can't get any information about him. When we contacted the company, they said he was in jail for drug use.
Can you please suggest what we can do for him to come back to India?
We don't know the legal formalities. Can you please help us?



Nov 1, 2022
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Consequences for drug transporter without possession or criminal record

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Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
My friend got arrested in a drug case because he went along with one of his friends who has contacts with drug dealers.
My friend was also arrested for providing transportation.
What will the consequences be, considering that he didn't have anything in his possession and has no criminal background?


Mar 16, 2023
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Falsely arrested, bail rejected. How to expedite release?

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Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
My cousin was falsely arrested a week ago on charges of possessing drugs for distribution. A medical exam was conducted, but we have not received any results yet.
The lawyer mentions that it is still pending, even though it has been 8 days. The lawyer requested bail, but it was rejected, and now his detention has been extended for another 2 weeks.
Is it possible for the results to take this long? What would be the best way to expedite the process and secure his release? He is currently detained at Al Muraqqabat police station in Dubai.


Feb 1, 2024
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How long does Dubai Prosecution take to investigate a narcotics case?


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Q: Dear Lawyers,
I am sharing a scenario where I would like to understand the investigation period and time. There was a narcotics case under investigation in Sharjah for 4.5 months, after which the Sharjah Public Prosecution transferred the case to Dubai Prosecution.
It has been 1 month since the case was transferred to Dubai Public Prosecution. Do you have any idea or estimate of the time they need in Dubai for the investigation?
Is there a way to meet a prosecutor directly and speak to them?



Aug 6, 2024
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Legal blog
3 available 3 • View allLaw on Drug Use & Rehabilitation in the UAE 5
An interview-format article covering the topic of drug use and rehabilitation in the UAE. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW.
May 9, 2021
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Drug Crimes Under UAE Criminal Law 2
A legal concept upheld by the Federal Supreme Court states that drug use is not prosecuted by UAE courts if the offense occurred abroad. A positive drug test is accepted as proof of drug use, but it does not reveal whether the drug use occurred domestically or abroad. It is necessary to establish the crime's location in order to decide if the UAE courts have the authority to investigate it or if foreign courts should have jurisdiction over it.
Feb 2, 2024
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لمحة قانونية بشأن قانون مكافحة المواد المخدرة والمؤثرات العقلية 2
أصدر المشرع الإماراتي مرسوم بقانون اتحادي رقم 30 لعام 2021 بشأن مكافحة المواد المخدرة والمؤثرات العقلية، وقد نص في أحكامه على عقوبات الاتجار، الترويج، أو النقل للمواد المخدرة، كما أفرد أحكامًا خاصة بعقوبة تعاطي المخدرات في الإمارات. نقدم هنا لمحة عن أحكام المادة 96 من القانون والمتعلقة بحالة ضبط أطعمة ومشروبات أو منتجات يدخل في تركيبها مواد مخدرة.
May 31, 2024
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Laws & Regulations
3 available 3 • View allFederal Law No. (3) of 1987 Promulgating the Penal Code 29
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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Federal 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 Decree-Law No. (31) of 2021 Promulgating the Crimes and Penalties Law 0
The provisions of this Federal Decree-Law No. (31) of 2021 Promulgating the Crimes and Penalties Law, known as the "New UAE Penal Code", governs criminal actions in the United Arab Emirates. The New Penal Code repeals the previous UAE Penal Code (Federal Law No. (3) of 1987 Promulgating the Penal Code).
Sep 20, 2021
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Due to personal circumstances changing, we are no longer leaving Dubai and would like to cancel Form F.
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I am switching jobs soon.
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The public prosecution appealed a judgment to increase the fine I already paid. What do I do now? 0
Good afternoon,
Thank you for your time.
The public prosecution appealed my judgment (a fine that I satisfactorily cleared) and requested increasing the fine.
Can you please explain what happens during a criminal case appeal hearing for me as a defendant?
Will I be asked questions?
Is the hearing just for the Public Prosecution to present their appeal to the judge, and I do not need to give a response?
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My husband has been arrested in a drug case in Ajman for two months. How to get him out? 0
My relative is staying with his friend. His friend was arrested for drug trading (MDMA). My husband also got arrested, but he is not involved in trading. He is a first-time offender in drug use.
He got arrested two months ago and he is in Ajman, Jurf jail. He is asking us to give money to a lawyer to make the court order and release fast.
Is it possible?
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I purchased an apartment, but the previous landlord refuses to vacate. What to do? 0
Hello,
I bought an apartment, but the previous landlord is refusing to vacate it. The contract clearly states that the landlord should hand over the apartment on the day of the transfer.
Out of courtesy, I gave him three days to vacate so he could find a new place to stay, but the time has passed, and he is still refusing to vacate and hand it over.
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Can we give a salary certificate to a new hired employee before he starts to open a bank account? 0
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Legally, can the company provide such a certificate?
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Subject: Request for Legal Advice Regarding Unlawful Practices by a Debt Collection Agency
I would greatly appreciate your advice and guidance regarding a troubling issue my colleague is facing with a collection agency.
The company has been contacting the employer, urging them to ask my colleague to get in touch with them regarding a supposed liability.
This claim is related to a 15-year-old closed dispute with a bank credit card, and the issue seems to stem from outdated and inaccurate information on the AECB report.
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How is it possible for a third-party agency to openly access and track AECB reports, especially for a dispute that was resolved 15 years ago?
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I was evicted from my apartment to be sold but it was gifted and rented at a higher price. What can I do? 0
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I invested money in a business but my partner is removing me out from partnership. Can I pursue legal action? 0
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