Digital Evidence And Technology-Enabled Dispute Resolution In The UAE

Introduction

The UAE has adopted large-scale initiatives to embed advanced technologies in public services, regulation, and technology-enabled dispute resolution. This evolution in the area of conflict resolution is based on a strong legislative basis that addresses the validity of electronic transactions, the admissibility of digital evidence, and the updating of civil procedures. The overall objective is to make the justice system more efficient, transparent, and accessible, while maintaining the fundamental principles of fairness and human oversight.

The Statutory Pillar: Federal Decree-Law No. 46 of 2021 on Electronic Transactions and Trust Services

The main law regulating the legality of electronic transactions in the UAE is Federal Decree-Law No. (46) of 2021 on Electronic Transactions and Trust Services. It is relevant to technology-enabled dispute resolution because it gives legal recognition to electronic documents, electronic signatures, electronic seals, automated