What evidence is required to secure an arrest warrant for a defendant suspected of hiding assets?

Hello,

To demonstrate that the defendant is concealing assets or conducting untraceable business activities, you can consider the following types of evidence: financial records, witness testimonies, asset tracing reports, public records, social media and online presence, unreported income or employment, and suspicious transactions.

Ensure that your petition for the arrest warrant is comprehensive and clearly outlines the evidence of asset concealment, any attempts by the defendant to evade financial obligations, and the necessity of the arrest to prevent further actions.

If the court is convinced that the bounced cheque resulted from the willful actions of the defendant, this can support your request for an arrest warrant.

For a detailed discussion, kindly share your WhatsApp number.

Dear Questioner,

In regards to your first question, there are various types of evidence that can be used to demonstrate that the defendant is concealing assets or engaging in business activities in the UAE through untraceable transactions.

These may include bank statements, financial records, property ownership documents, and any other relevant documents that show the defendant's financial activities.

Additionally, you may also gather witness statements or hire a private investigator to gather evidence of the defendant's business activities.

As for your second question, there are several legal provisions and tools available to strengthen your case for obtaining an arrest warrant.

Dear Questioner,

Nothing, the proof is very difficult and may be impossible.

The change in the law did not consider the difficulty of proving the debtor's concealment of their movements, and many creditors are now in trouble because of those changes.

Thank you for reaching out regarding your execution case related to the bounced cheque!

It’s crucial to navigate these legal procedures carefully, and I’m here to provide the guidance you need.

1. Types of Evidence:

To demonstrate that the defendant may be concealing assets or engaging in business activities that are difficult to trace, you can consider gathering the following types of evidence:

- Financial Statements: Look for discrepancies in the defendant's financial records.

- Bank Statements: Evidence of multiple accounts or transactions that are inconsistent with declared assets.

- Witness Testimonies: Statements from individuals who may have knowledge of the defendant’s financial dealings or asset concealment.

- Public Records: Search for property ownership or business registrations that the defendant may not have disclosed.

- Electronic Evidence: Documents, emails, or communications indicating asset transfers or concealment strategies.

2. Legal Provisions and Tools:

You may utilize several legal tools to strengthen your case for obtaining an arrest warrant, including:

- Preliminary Injunctions: Requesting the court to freeze the defendant's assets temporarily.

- Disclosure Orders: Seeking orders that compel the defendant to disclose financial information or asset holdings.

- Surveillance Orders: In certain circumstances, you might apply for court permission to monitor the defendant's financial activities.

If you would like to discuss this matter further or need assistance in preparing your petition, please feel free to reach out to me via WhatsApp or phone at [----------], or email me at [-----------].

I am here to help you navigate this process and ensure that your case is as strong as possible.

Best regards,

Suhail Rana

Dear Questioner,

For a case involving a bounced check, and in order to petition the court to issue an arrest warrant based on the presumption of concealment of assets or untraceable financial transactions, here is what you need to know regarding evidence and legal procedures in the UAE:

1. Types of evidence acceptable to prove concealment of assets or running a business in ways that avoid detection:

- Bank records and financial flow analysis: Any evidence of inconsistent financial flows or unclear financial practices through bank accounts can support a case of concealment of assets.

- Investigations into commercial transactions: Commercial contracts, invoices or export or import certificates can be evidence of unauthorized or unregistered business activity.

- Financial reports and external audits: Reports that may indicate suspicious transactions or incomplete disclosure of assets.

2. Legal tools to strengthen the case and obtain an arrest warrant:

- Proof of repeated bounced checks: If the accused has a history of issuing bounced checks or similar debt cases, this can be considered evidence of a repeated pattern of evasion of payment.

- Lifestyle analysis: If the accused’s lifestyle is inconsistent with his official financial status (for example, purchasing luxury assets without sufficient declared sources of income), the court may take this into account.

- Requesting investigations from relevant authorities: There may be legal tools such as inquiring from relevant authorities (such as economic departments or the Central Bank) to verify whether the accused owns any assets or runs unauthorized business activities.

UAE laws are strict regarding financial obligations and are primarily based on documentary evidence. Therefore, it is important to gather clear, accurate and documented evidence, and it is preferable to obtain specialized legal advice to ensure that all steps meet the court’s requirements.

Hi,

Good morning!

To convince the court to issue an arrest warrant, you may need to provide evidence that the defendant is deliberately avoiding their financial obligations.

If necessary, you may consider hiring a forensic accountant or other expert to analyze financial records and identify potential hidden assets.

Maideid Al Mansoory Advocates and Legal Consultants

For further assistance, kindly share your contact details.