Middle East: Criminal Law

The UN's 15th Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Abu Dhabi has exposed how rapidly evolving technology is enabling sophisticated transnational criminal networks while revealing stark divisions among nations on how to combat these threats. The conference also marks a pivotal moment for the UAE's transformation from a grey-listed money laundering jurisdiction to a global anti-crime leader, even as deep disagreements emerge between major powers like the US and Iran over the future of internat

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A person who drives on a UAE road without a driving licence, or with a licence that does not cover the type of vehicle he is driving, commits a criminal offence rather than a routine traffic violation. On a first offence, the court may impose imprisonment of up to three months and a fine of between AED 5,000 and AED 50,000, or either penalty alone. On a repeat offence, imprisonment is for not less than three months and the fine rises to between AED 20,000 and AED 100,000, again with the court able to impose either penalty alone. These penalties are set out in Article 37 of Federal Decree-Law No. (14) of 2024 on the Regulation of Traffic (the “Traffic Law”).

Facing extradition in Dubai requires immediate legal action and specialized expertise in international criminal law. Understanding UAE extradition procedures, identifying qualified lawyers with proven track records, and avoiding common mistakes can determine whether you maintain your freedom or face surrender to foreign authorities.

Facing financial crime allegations in the UAE requires immediate action and specialized legal expertise.

Receiving the money back may feel like the natural end of a dispute. Once a criminal complaint has been filed, however, repayment and the conclusion of proceedings are separate matters. In UAE breach-of-trust cases, understanding the settlement procedure helps parties avoid assuming that a bank transfer has resolved everything.

Where a cheque is returned unpaid in the UAE, the holder has two routes to recover the amount: a criminal complaint against the person who issued the cheque, or an application to the execution court for an order that the amount be paid. Which route is available depends on the reason the bank returned the cheque.

A defendant's uncertain statement about possible drug use abroad became the basis for his conviction when the court treated it as a confession. The Court of Cassation examined whether qualified words like "might have used" constitute an admission, and whether the evidence established when and where any consumption occurred.