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4 available 4 • View allHow 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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The time frame for a drug case to get judged


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Q: Hello,
A friend of mine is in Dubai and he was arrested for having made personal use of drugs. He was imprisoned for 1 week and then released with a travel ban.
Now, 2 months later, he is still waiting for a court order/verdict.
Do you know how long it takes? Is there anything to do to solve the situation?



May 25, 2021
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How to bail out a person wrongfully accused of drug trading?
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Q: Dear sir/madam,
My brother was accused of drug trading. He is working as a driver in Uber but unknowingly, he carries some guys who had drugs in their possession at their residence.
What can we do to bail him out?
He was tested negative.
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My husband is in detention for the accusation of dealing drugs without evidence. How to get him out?


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Q: 5 people come to our house to search for 1kg of drugs and get my husband telling me that my husband is a dealer.
But there's no proof and no drugs in our house. And there is no strong evidence that he's a dealer. But he tested positive for using drugs.
Now he has already been in Ras Al Khaimah Central Jail for 2 weeks.
What would be the best action I will do for him to go outside of detention?



Mar 21, 2024
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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.
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The Accused is Innocent Until Proven Guilty 2
In a criminal proceeding, the standard of proof to uphold a conviction is beyond a reasonable doubt. The prosecution has the duty of establishing the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt in a criminal proceeding. This implies that the prosecution has to persuade the court that the evidence used in the trial cannot lead to any other plausible conclusion.
Feb 8, 2024
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Laws & Regulations
2 available 2 • 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 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).
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I worked as a Graphic Designer at a document-clearing service provider company three months ago. During my employment, I was not paid for more than a month.
When I inquired about the payment, my employer shouted at me and canceled my work permit on the same day without any notice.
Additionally, she sent a fake email from my official email account to herself apologizing for some unlawful act.
She called me to come and sort out my remaining dues, but instead, she misguided me to physically resign, which was a big mistake on my part as an employee.
Now, I would like to know what documentary evidence is required to file a complaint. I look forward to your prompt response.
I have all emails and other correspondences except the resignation copy I submitted physically.
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I have received a judgment in my favor from RDC that awarded me legal fees.
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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?
Thank you again for your time.
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Could this be considered arbitrary dismissal?
Am I entitled to any compensation or benefits from the company as a result of this termination?
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Do I need to hire a lawyer if I found I have a marital case against me in the court? 0
By checking in Al Adheed, I have found there is a marital matter case against me in Dubai Courts. There is a hearing date for next week and the time mentioned in the case status with a link for an online hearing.
However, I have not received any message from Dubai courts regarding this by mail or phone. I have all contact details updated with EID. In this case, what should I do?
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