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3 available 3 • View allWhat to do if a judgment has been passed of an arrest warrant against me for rental cases?



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Q: I have three rental cases registered against me, the cases are rental disputes. Now I have to renew my work visa and a judgment has been passed as an arrest warrant.
It all happened during Covid 19. I am getting stable now and I am doing a full-time job but it would take some time to pay off.
What could be the best solution that allows me to stay at work and earn money to pay back?
Looking forward to your best advice, thanks indeed.




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How to get a tenant arrested to recover the due rent after eviction?



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Q: Dear sir/madam,
Currently, I have 2 enforcement cases against my tenant for failing to pay rent.
He has been evicted from the flat. A travel ban was issued. An arrest warrant was issued. No action is taken by the police to arrest.
There seems to be no response from the tenant side. The tenant owes around +200k AED.
Kindly advise as I would like to hire a lawyer!




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Eviction of a tenant for defaulting on rent payment

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Q: Hello,
I'm an owner of an apartment in Dubai and my tenant is not paying rent.
I have submitted the legal notice with the notary public and it's already due, until now, the tenant is saying that he will pay.
I have one problem, the tenant is a male and I think he is out of the country, but all negotiations are with his wife and the cheque is given by his company.
How can I evict them from my property?
Please help.


Oct 4, 2018
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2 available 2 • View allProcedures of the Rental Dispute Settlement Center in Dubai 21
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.
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What You Should Know While Renting a Property in the UAE 5
An interview-format article covering the topic of residential retail properties pertaining to the liability for property maintenance and the repercussions of defaulting on rent payments in the UAE. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW.
Feb 24, 2020
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Laws & Regulations
4 available 4 • View allLaw No. (33) of 2008 Amending Law No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai 8
Provisions of this Law supersede articles (2), (3), (4), (9), (13), (14), (15), (25), (26), (29), and (36) of Law No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai.
Dec 1, 2008
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Law No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai 12
The provisions of this Law apply to real property leased out in the Emirate of Dubai, including vacant and agricultural lands, but excluding hotel establishments and real property provided by natural or legal persons as accommodation to their employees at no charge.
Nov 26, 2007
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Decree No. (26) of 2013 Concerning the Rent Disputes Settlement Centre in the Emirate of Dubai 0
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.
Sep 18, 2013
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Decree No. (43) of 2013 Determining Rent Increases for Real Property in the Emirate of Dubai 9
This Decree determines the maximum percentage of rent increase for real property in the Emirate of Dubai when renewing lease contracts.
Dec 18, 2013
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