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    Victims' Rights In UAE Domestic Violence Cases (Video)

    What rights do domestic violence victims have under UAE law? In this video, we explore legal protections, reporting procedures, and victim support in the UAE. Learn how UAE law safeguards survivors...
    United Arab EmiratesCriminal Law
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Video

    Changes In Criminal And Civil Laws Boost UAE's Ambitious Vision (Video)

    The UAE government recently introduced sweeping changes to the civil and criminal laws governing various matters such as consumption of alcohol, consensual sex, cohabitation, inheritance, among other changes.
    United Arab EmiratesCriminal Law
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    The UAE Amendments To Child Protection Regulations

    The Prime Minister, Vice President of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a Cabinet Resolution Number (52) of 2018 governing the executive regulations of the Federal Law Number (3) of 2016 which deals with the Child Rights Law known as Wadeema.
    United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public Sector
    STA Law Firm
    STA Law Firm
  • Article

    New Legislation Regarding Woman's Rights

    The Arab Charter of Woman's Rights has introduced a new legislation in regards of a woman's citizenship being passed on to their children and their right to marry foreigners.
    United Arab EmiratesFamily and Matrimonial
    STA Law Firm
    STA Law Firm
  • Article

    Separation of Dubai Public Prosecution and Courts Departments

    Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has ordered a complete separation of the Dubai Public Prosecution Department and the Dubai Courts Department.
    United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public Sector
    Ali Al Aidarous, International Legal Practice
    Ali Al Aidarous, International Legal Practice
  • Article

    UAE To Introduce New Law Concerning Human Rights Establishment

    Human rights are an oft-discussed topic and concern all people. These rights are viewed as the very base requirements all individuals around the world should have.
    United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public Sector
    STA Law Firm
    STA Law Firm
  • Article

    Red Notice And International Warrants

    An INTERPOL Red Notice is a vital component of the international alert system, functioning as an official communication to law enforcement agencies worldwide...
    United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public Sector
    Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
    Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
  • Article

    UAE Child Protection Laws

    With over 200 nationalities, the UAE is a country diverse in culture and ethnicities.
    United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public Sector
    HAS Law Firm
    HAS Law Firm
  • Article

    What Are The Victim's Rights For Domestic Violence In The UAE?

    Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects people all over the world, including the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Fortunately, for the UAE the government in 2019 launched the Family protection Policy...
    United Arab EmiratesCriminal Law
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    What Is Infanticide In The UAE Law And Its Punishment In The UAE?

    In common language, infanticide means killing or murdering a very young child, who is less than 1 year old.
    United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public Sector
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    Man Faces Jail For Kidnapping Daughter From UAE

    A Russian woman, 34, said that her husband, 41, took their daughter for a walk and never returned.
    United Arab EmiratesCriminal Law
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    Husbands Can No Longer Misuse Sponsorship Power Against Wives In UAE

    In this article published by the Khaleej Times newspaper on a new development granting women divorcees a one-year visa extension to stay in the country, I explain how the new humanitarian law will help prevent abuse of power by husbands.
    United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public Sector
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    All You Need To Know On Child Protection Law In The UAE

    The child protection law in the United Arab Emirates is the Federal Law No 3 of 2016, also called the Wadeema's Law.
    United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public Sector
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    UAE Liberalizes Abortion Laws: Key Changes And New Permissible Cases

    The UAE has taken a significant step in liberalizing its stance on abortion with the introduction of Cabinet Resolution No. 44 of 2024 regarding the determination of permissible abortion cases.
    United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public Sector
    LYLaw
    LYLaw
  • Video

    Know The Law: Punishments And Fines For Child Negligence In The UAE (Video)

    The Federal Law No. 3 of 2016 on Child Rights (also known as the 'Wadeema law' or 'UAE child protection law') was enacted in the UAE to ensure that all children in the UAE...
    United Arab EmiratesCriminal Law
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    What Are Fathers’ Rights After Divorce In The UAE?

    Divorce is not only the end of a marriage. When children are involved, it also raises important questions about parenting, custody, visitation, financial support and decision-making.
    United Arab EmiratesFamily and Matrimonial
    Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
    Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
  • Article

    All You Need To Know About The Fines For Coddling Delinquent Minors In The UAE

    The protection of children's rights and their well-being is of paramount importance in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
    United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public Sector
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    Citizenship For Robots

    It's 2019 and with the world progressively stepping towards technological advancement, active presence of machines is no surprise.
    United Arab EmiratesTechnology
    STA Law Firm
    STA Law Firm
  • Article

    What Age Does Child Custody End In The UAE?

    After a divorce, one of the most fundamental, but also pressing, questions many parents in the UAE have is: When does the child custody end...
    United Arab EmiratesFamily and Matrimonial
    Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
    Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
  • Article

    Climate Complaints And Human Rights Mechanisms – The Importance Of Due Diligence

    Businesses in all sectors must increasingly ensure their climate strategies include a robust assessment of risks posed to human rights...
    United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public Sector
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

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