The judicial system of UAE respects the dignity of people. As per the procedure of criminal law it is presumed that unless proven guilty the accused remains innocent. Therefore, there are certain procedures when it comes to dealing with criminal case. They are as follows: –
- According to the law, Until the accused person is proven guilty there won’t be any criminal penalty imposed on anyone.
- As per the conditions mentioned in the law and prevailing the circumstances no one may be searched, arrested, detained or imprisoned.
- According to the period mentioned in the warrant issued by the competent authority Detention or imprisonment may only take place in the designated place for the specific purpose.
- in case of seeking assistance from the resident, Law enforcement authorities such as police may not enter into any place of residence unless there is a specific circumstance wherein there is a possibility of a serious threat to the person life or property.
- If there is no complaint registered optionally, whoever comes to know about the occurrence of the crime upon placing the request it has to be reported to the public prosecution or judicial officers so that the action against the person can be taken
- Anyone who witnesses the offender committing a felony or misdemeanor should hand him over to the nearest public authority without the need for an arrest warrant.
- Due to the harmful accusation made by the victim the accused can ask the court to compensate him for the prejudice suffered.
