Salma Badawi

A criminal conviction in Dubai does not have to be the end of the road. For foreign nationals and expats, the appeal stage is often the last meaningful opportunity to challenge the outcome before sentences are enforced and consequences such as deportation, employment loss, or travel bans take hold. But an appeal is not a

A quick rant sent in frustration over WhatsApp can land you in a Dubai courtroom. Not because someone screenshotted it for HR, but because UAE law treats certain digital messages as criminal conduct — and the consequences can be severe, including fines, imprisonment, and serious immigration fallout for expats on work visas. This is a

Filing a police report Dubai is more straightforward than many people expect — especially with the digital tools now available. But understanding what to do, how to do it, and what happens next can make the difference between a complaint that moves forward and one that stalls before it begins. Whether you are a resident,

Understanding the criminal case process Dubai can feel overwhelming — especially when you or a loved one is directly involved as a defendant, victim, witness, or family member. The system operates under UAE federal law but is applied through Dubai-specific institutions: Dubai Police, the Dubai Public Prosecution, and the Dubai Courts. Cases move through distinct

No, Dubai Police generally cannot search a home without a warrant. Under the current Federal Decree-Law No. 38/2022 (Criminal Procedures Law, which applies across the UAE including Dubai and remains unchanged as of 2026), police (as Judicial Police Officers) must have a written search warrant issued by the Public Prosecution before entering or searching a