Faʻailoga refers to the crime of falsifying a document, signature, banknote, artwork, or other item in order to deceive others. It is a serious criminal offense that can result in significant legal penalties. This article provides an in-depth examination of various forms of forgery recognized under UAE law, the corresponding legal provisions, and the severe punishments that await those found guilty of such offenses.
What is the Definition of Forgery under UAE Law?
Faʻailoga o le faagasologa o le faia, fetuutuunai, po o le fa'ata'ita'iina o mea faitino po'o pepa ma le fa'amoemoe e fa'a'ole'ole. E aofia ai le fatuina o se mea sese ina ia maua ai se manuia. E aofia ai le faafoligaina o tupe, faia o ata tusi pepelo, faia o saini i luga o pepa faaletulafono, suia o siaki e gaoi ai tupe, ma isi faiga taufaasese. gaoioiga. It is defined under Federal Law No. 3 of 1987 (Penal Code) in Article 216.
E i ai ni nai vaega taua e masani ona iloagofie ai fa'asesega mai kopi po'o kopi:
- Fa'amoemoe e fa'a'ole'ole pe fa'a'ole'ole – Ua faia fa'ailoga fa'atauva'a ma le fa'amoemoe leaga nai lo le toe gaosia fa'aletulafono.
- Fa'ailoga sese - O le a fai mai tagata fa'atauva'a a latou galuega e fa'atulafonoina pe na faia e se isi tagata.
- Suiga tau - E faia suiga e faʻateleina ai le tau poʻo le fatuina o se avanoa.
O nisi fa'ata'ita'iga masani o mea e fa'atatau e tagata pepelo include contracts, checks, currency, identification documents, historical artifacts, artworks, collectibles, and financial transaction records. The key point is that forgery usually involves official legal documents or instruments. Not every imitation qualifies as forgery – only those involving legal/money records falsified illegally.
What are the Different Types of Forgery Recognized in UAE?
O lo'o i ai le tele o metotia fa'aoga e fai ai pepelo fa'atatau i le ituaiga mea o lo'o fa'aseseina. O ituaiga masani o faiga fa'asese e aofia ai:
Pepa Fa'atauga
E aofia ai le faia o ni pepa fa'asese po'o le suia o fa'amatalaga i luga o pepa fa'atulafonoina mo fa'amatalaga tau fa'asese. O sini masani e aofia ai:
- Pepa fa'asinomaga – Laisene aveta’avale, tusifolau, kata saogalemu.
- Faʻamatalaga tau tupe – Siaki, oka totogi, talosaga nogatupe.
- Pepa faaletulafono – Konekarate, loto, galuega, faamaumauga a tamaiti aoga.
O metotia masani e aofia ai faʻaga pepelo, sui o itulau, fa'apipi'i tusitusiga fou i luga o pepa moni, tape pe fa'aopoopo fa'amatalaga, su'e saini mai isi pepa.
Saini Fa'asese
Saini pepelo e taula'i fa'apitoa i le fa'aseseina o le igoa fa'apitoa tusilima a se tasi. O sini masani e aofia ai:
- siaki - Suia le aofaʻi, igoa o le tagata totogi, poʻo le faʻailogaina o saini faʻailoga.
- Pepa faʻatulafono - Fa'ailogaina o saini i luga o loto, konekarate, pepa fa'amaonia.
- ata - Faʻaopoopoina saini pepelo e faʻateleina ai le tau.
- Mea fa'asolopito - Fa'aseseina mea i tagata ta'uta'ua.
Tagata faomea a'oa'o e fa'ata'ita'i ma le fa'aeteete vaega e pei o foliga mata'itusi, fati peni, fa'asologa o le ta ma le mamafa.
Faitogafiti pepelo
Faitogafiti pepelo e aofia ai le faia o fa'atusa pepelo o mea taua ma le fa'amoemoe e fa'asese pisinisi ma tagata fa'atau. O sini e aofia ai:
- tupe 'eseʻese - Tele fa'asese - $100 pili i le US. E oo atu i le $70miliona le taamilosaga.
- Oloa taugata - O lavalava mamanu, uati, mea teuteu e kopiina.
- Pepa aitalafu / aitalafu - E mafai ona fa'aluaina i fa'amatalaga gaoia.
- pepa ulufale - Femalagaiga pepelo, tiketi mea na tupu faʻatau atu i luga ole laiga.
O lomitusi fa'apitoa ma fa'ailoga fou o le puipuiga e fa'amaonia ai fa'amatalaga fa'aonaponei.
Fa'ailoga Tusia
Fa'asese ata e faasino i le fatuina o galuega e tutusa ma galuega a tusiata ta'uta'ua ma tu'uina atu e pei o ata muamua po'o fa'atagata. O mafuaaga e aofia ai le mamalu, faʻamaonia, ma le tele o tupe mama mai le au faʻaputu ata naunau e naunau e totogi ni tupe tetele mo ni mea seasea, leiloloa.
Tagata faomea tu'u atu tausaga e su'esu'e ai meafaitino, metotia ma sitaili. O le to'atele o lo'o i ai le tele o taleni fa'ata'ita'i latou lava, su'esu'e ma le toto'a fa'asologa o ta'i, pulumu, fa'ailoga vali ma toe fa'afoliga pepelo e mafai ona fa'a'ole'ole ai tagata atamamai.
Fa'asalalauga Fa'atekonolosi Fa'asese
O le alualu i luma i tekinolosi ua mafai ai ona faaseseina ala faasalalau faafuainumera e aofia ai ata, vitio, leo, upegatafa'ilagi ma isi mea. O le tulai mai o loloto fa'aalia auala mamana fa'ata'ita'i AI mo le fa'atupuina o ata fa'asese o tagata o lo'o faia pe fai mai mea latou te le'i faia lava.
O isi auala masani e aofia ai ata faʻatau, faʻaogaina o kilipi leo, faʻasese upegatafaʻilagi, suia o pepa faʻataʻitaʻi, poʻo le fausiaina o screenshots ma logos. O nei mea e mafai ona faʻaogaina mo le taufaaleaga, faʻamatalaga sese, osofaʻiga phishing, gaoi faʻamatalaga ma faʻamatalaga i luga ole laiga.
Seal Forgery
Seal forgery is a specific type of forgery that involves the unauthorized creation, replication, or alteration of official seals or stamps used by government entities, organizations, or businesses. These seals serve as a means of validating the authenticity and legitimacy of important documents, contracts, certificates, and other official records.
The gravity of seal forgery lies in its potential to undermine the credibility and integrity of these essential documents. By creating counterfeit seals or modifying existing ones, perpetrators can produce forged documents that appear genuine, potentially leading to legal, financial, or reputational consequences for individuals or organizations.
What is the difference Between Forgery and Falsification?
| Vaaiga | Faʻailoga | Fa'asese |
|---|---|---|
| Faamatalaina | Creating a false document, object or imitation from scratch with intent to deceive or defraud, as defined in Article 216 of the UAE Penal Code. | Altering or tampering with an originally genuine document or object in order to misrepresent facts, as per Article 215. |
| faataitaiga | Counterfeiting currency, fake university degrees, forged artwork, false identities or signatures. | Modifying official reports, changing contract terms, adulterating product labels or specifications. |
| faamoemoega | Clear intent to deceive by creating something completely false. | Intent to misrepresent the truth by altering genuine items. |
| Faasalaga | Temporary imprisonment and/or fine. For expatriates, deportation may apply in some cases. | Detention, fine and/or deportation depending on severity. Harsher for public officials. |
| Faʻatasiga | If falsification occurs during the forgery process, both crimes are punishable separately. | If forgery is part of the falsification process, both are considered one crime with combined penalty. |
| Faataʻitaʻiga | Some exemptions for artworks, satire or when no fraudulent intent. | Very limited exemptions apply. |
| Other Crimes | Often linked to fraud, using forged documents, etc. | May also involve abuse of office or other violations. |
The main distinction is that forgery starts from scratch to create something completely false, while falsification deceitfully modifies genuine documents or objects. UAE laws address both crimes severely to uphold integrity.
What are the Punishments for Forgery in UAE?
Forgery offenses in the UAE are dealt with sternly, and penalties can be severe based on the type of crime committed. Here are the potential punishments for selected forgery offenses:
Pepa Fa'atauga
- For official documents: Temporary jail time up to 10 years (UAE Penal Code Article 251)
- For unofficial documents: Court-determined imprisonment, less severe than official document forgery
- Using forged document copies: Up to 5 years behind bars (UAE Penal Code Article 217)
Saini Fa'asese
- Replicating signatures on documents falls under the punishments for document forgery crimes
Faitogafiti pepelo
- Counterfeiting currency is considered highly disruptive to the financial system
- Harsh sentences including lengthy imprisonment and steep fines apply
Fa'ailoga Tusia
- Penalties vary based on the value of the forged artwork and intent (deceiving buyers, tarnishing artist’s reputation)
- Can range from monetary fines to incarceration, depending on the specifics
Fa'asalalauga Fa'atekonolosi Fa'asese
- Under Federal Decree-Law No. 34/2021:
- Forging federal/local govt electronic documents: Temporary jail time and AED 150,000-750,000 fine
- Forging documents of other entities: Detention and/or AED 100,000-300,000 fine
Seal Forgery
- Considered part of document forgery offenses
- Subject to the punishments outlined for document forgery crimes
It’s clear the UAE takes a zero-tolerance approach to any kind of forgery, with penalties aimed at preventing such unlawful acts that undermine authenticity and trust.
Puipuia o Faiga Faasese
O le fa'aitiitia o fa'alavelave tau fa'asese e mana'omia ai se puipuiga fa'apitoa ma fa'avasega fa'atatau ile:
Puipuiga o Pepa
- Taofi ma'ale'ale mea ma'ale'ale - sefe, pusa loka, ta'avale fa'ailoga.
- Fa'atapula'a le avanoa fa'aletino/numera fa'atasi ma ofisa loka, faiga fa'aupuga.
- Fa'aaoga mea pueata mata'ituina, fa'ailo, tagata saogalemu.
Fa'amaoni Tekonolosi
- Biometrics – fa'ailoga tamatamailima, fa'ailoga mata ma iris.
- Blockchain - tufatufaina tusi mo fefaʻatauaiga numera.
- Saini numera – fa'ailoga fa'ailoga e fa'amaonia ai le moni.
A'oa'oga Fa'aoga
- Aoao tagata faigaluega e iloa pepelo - fa'ailoa pepa ua suia, fa'ailoga vai, fa'ailoga fa'amaonia.
- Fa'alauiloa fa'asalalauga fa'alaua'itele e fa'amatala ai tulaga lamatia ma faiga fa'avae puipuia.
Fa'a faigaluega Fa'aeteete
- Va'ai lelei tagata faigaluega a'o le'i tu'uina atu pepa po'o avanoa tau tupe.
- Faia su'esu'ega tau solitulafono, siaki aitalafu, fa'amaonia galuega.
Fa'amatalaga Fa'ailoga Fa'ailoga
E tele metotia fa'afoma'i e fa'aogaina e tagata su'esu'e ma fa'amaumauga tagata suʻesuʻe e iloa ai pe moni mea pe pepelo:
- Iloiloga tusilima - Fa'atusatusa mataitusi, slants, ta'i mamanu, mamafa ma saini masani.
- Iloiloga pepa - Su'esu'e fa'ailoga vai, logos, vaila'au fa'a-miomio ma le fa'aogaina o fibre.
- Fa'amaoniga vaitusi - Su'ega lanu, vaila'au vaila'au, mafiafia mafiafia.
- Ata - Microscopes, spectrometry, suʻega ESDA ma masini komepiuta ata.
Tusilima ma pepa tagata tomai faapitoa fa'atino a'oa'oga fa'apitoa e fa'avasega lelei uiga tusitusi ma fa'ailoga saogalemu modem. Latou te tu'uina atu fa'amatalaga au'ili'ili i a latou su'ega ma fa'ai'uga e fa'atatau i le moni.
Mo galuega faatufugaga tetele e faitau selau afe po'o galuega e fesiligia ai le fa'ailoga, e fa'aogaina e tagata e ana le su'esu'ega fa'asaienisi e fa'amaonia ai le amataga ma fa'aalia ai mea e mafai. pepelo. Su'ega su'esu'e meafaitino, palapala tuai ma palapala palapala, tapoleni fa'ailoga, radioisotope aso ma vaega infrared spectroscopy su'esu'e le tele o fa'a vali.
What is the Procedure for Filing a Forgery Case in Dubai?
If you suspect that you are a victim of forgery in Dubai, you can file a case with the Dubai Police. The first step is to go to the nearest police station and file an official complaint. Be prepared to provide details about the incident, any evidence you may have, such as forged documents or objects, and any information about the suspected perpetrator(s).
After lodging the complaint, the police will investigate the matter thoroughly. They may request additional documentation or evidence from you, and may also summon the accused for questioning. Depending on the complexity of the case, the investigation process can take some time.
Once the police have gathered sufficient evidence, they will forward the case to the Public Prosecution. The prosecutor will then review the case and decide whether to press charges or not. If charges are filed, the case will proceed to the Dubai Courts, where it will be tried according to the UAE’s laws on forgery. It’s advisable to seek legal counsel to guide you through the judicial process.
How a Specialized Lawyer can help?
Navigating a forgery case in the UAE can be an intricate and daunting process, given the serious nature of the offense and the complexities involved in the country’s legal system. Seeking assistance from a lawyer who specializes in handling forgery cases can prove to be invaluable in such situations.
A specialized lawyer will possess in-depth knowledge and a thorough understanding of the relevant laws, court procedures, and evidentiary requirements specific to forgery offenses. They can provide expert guidance on building a strong case, gathering and presenting evidence effectively, and representing you competently in court. Their familiarity with the nuances of such cases can be crucial in formulating the right legal strategies.
Moreover, an experienced forgery lawyer can offer valuable insights into the potential outcomes and consequences of the case, enabling you to make informed decisions. They can also negotiate with the authorities on your behalf, advocate for your rights, and ensure that the legal process is fair and transparent. Their expertise in handling similar cases can significantly increase your chances of achieving a favorable resolution.
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