Q: What could be consequences if my rental cheque is returned? Do I have 2-3 months after the date of the cheque to arrange the necessary amount? What is the worst case scenario for me?

Q: Dear Sir, We have a tenancy contract from January this year for a villa in Springs. The rent was to be paid in 2 cheques, out of which we have paid one and the 2nd cheque was dishonoured due to financial trouble. My husband is currently in custody for some bank related case and my son is on his own at the house. The landlord sent us 30 days' notice through notary that expired yesterday. Can the landlord evict us from the property because we are not in a situation to pay till my husband is out of the legal trouble? We have applied for his bail but the landlord is not ready to cooperate. What is the process for them to get the house evicted because our intention is to pay them but we need some time? Can you guide us, please? The problem is every other day the landlord comes and harasses my son by knocking on the door and calling every day.

Q: Hi There are 2 rental cheques (AED 16800 & 12500 ) bounce case registered in police station against me & my condition is not able to pay it. So please let me know what would be the consequences & how the travel ban will be removed. Please help me to know this. It would be really a great help. Thanks  

Q: Hi, Our house rental contract has already expired 3 days ago. We intend to renew but the real estate company said that we need to first settle the 1 cheque we failed to pay AED15,200 (4 months ago). All other cheques before and after this "dishonored cheque" were good. Our house contract is in my name but the cheques given are in my mother's. The real estate owner said they had filed a case in the police station and municipality. Questions: What does he mean by Municipality? Is it the RDC? Will both the cases be in my name or my mother's? I'm just worried that if we won't be able to renew the contract, we will be kicked out soon. Thank you so much for your kind help and assistance!

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Good day! May I request you to please give me some legal advice after receiving the rental dispute verdict? My questions are: 1. When the decision becomes final and executory? 2. What would be the next step that both parties have to apply for the execution letter? What would be the next step and how many days we have to wait for the final execution? 3. Can we deposit the key and the parking card to Rental Dispute Center while waiting for the final execution of the judgment? 4. Can we request an NOC from RDC to move out of the premises? Highly appreciate your response and thank you very much in advance! Best Regards,

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, How long does a first instance hearing at the Rental Disputes Center (RDC) take place? Will both the claimant and defendant have a chance to explain their points?

The relationship between tenants and landlords is regulated in Dubai by Law No. 33 of 2008 Concerning the Relationship Between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai. The arising rental disputes are referred to Rental Disputes Settlement Centre (“RDSC”) created by Decree No. 26 of 2013 to reconcile between the parties and reach an amicable settlement or seek a final judgment issued and enforced by the RDSC.

This Decree establishes a specialised judicial system to hear rent disputes and develops the procedure for determination of such disputes through an expeditious and simple process for the purpose of realising social and economic stability for all persons involved with the real property rental and other related sectors.

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.