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3 available 3 • View allHow to get a PCC after a drunk driving case and paying a fine?


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Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
Three years ago, my friend was involved in a drunk driving case that resulted in damage to three parked cars.
He settled the case by paying a fine. However, when he recently applied for a PCC, the status was canceled.
Why did this happen?
And what can he do to pass the PCC?



Apr 6, 2023
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How can I clear my DUI record to secure a police clearance certificate for my visa?




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Q: Dear Lawyers,
I need to apply for a visa and university, which means I need a police clearance certificate. I have a DUI case from 6 months ago that I need to have removed from my record.
I need to submit a rehabilitation request but have no idea how to go about it.
Please help!





Sep 30, 2024
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What happens next after a DUI arrest and vehicle impound?


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Q: Dear Lawyers,
I was caught drinking and driving (no accident). They held me in prison for one day, then I signed some papers and they released me.
They also gave me a vehicle impound paper and asked me to come on Monday with my car registration and license.
Do you have any information on what will happen next?



Jul 23, 2024
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Laws & Regulations
2 available 2 • View allFederal Decree-Law No. (33) of 2021 On the Regulation of Labor Relations 34
The provisions of this Decree-Law, known as "New UAE Labor Law", govern labour relations in the private sector of the United Arab Emirates. The New Labor Law repeals the previous UAE Labor Law (Federal Law No. (8) of 1980).
Sep 20, 2021
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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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What legal action can a company take to recover an amount from a non-paying customer? 0
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If the Public Prosecution appeals a not-guilty verdict with no new evidence, will it stay the same? 0
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The court considered this invalid because there was no translator. After this, if the Public Prosecution appeals, will the verdict remain unchanged and be upheld if there is nothing more than this
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Do I have to pay a penalty if terminated after completing my contract period? 0
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Can I go on vacation after resigning if my visa is not yet canceled? 0
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I have video recording of my husband beating me. Can I show this in the child custody hearing? 0
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Can a free zone visa holder work remotely across the UAE while visiting the company weekly? 1
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What are the working hour regulations for nursing mothers in the UAE during Ramadan? 1
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Am I entitled to take 15 days' leave immediately after my probation period ends? 0
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Am I required to replace an old fridge owned by the landlord if it can't be repaired? 0
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Will a non-compete clause be included in a third-party employment contract in the oilfield? 0
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