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Domestic Abuse Law in the UAE | Episode

Summary This podcast discusses the new UAE Domestic Abuse Law, Federal Law No. 13 of 2024, which replaces the 2019 law. Legal expert Ludmila Yamalova breaks down the law’s key provisions, comparing it with the previous legislation and explaining its impact on both victims and offenders. The law offers enhanced protections for victims, harsher penalties for abusers, and expands the definition of abuse. It also introduces mandatory reporting by witnesses, stronger confidentiality protections, and better support services for victims. Ludmila stresses the importance of understanding the legal framework to ensure justice and safety. Takeaways • Key Updates in the 2024 Law: Stricter penalties for offenders: Maximum fines raised to AED 50,000 (from AED 5,000). Broader abuse definitions: Economic and psychological abuse are explicitly included. Emergency Protection Orders (EPOs): Immediate legal protection for victims, enforceable upon issuance. Mandatory reporting: Witnesses who fail to report abuse can face fines and potential imprisonment. Focus on rehabilitation: Offenders now face rehabilitation programs in addition to penalties. • Victim Support and Resources: -Enhanced access to shelters, counseling, and victim assistance services. -Stronger confidentiality measures to ensure victim safety and privacy. -Multiple reporting channels, including DFWAC (800 111), Dubai Police, and the Ministry of Community Development (800 623). • Reporting Domestic Abuse: -Victims can reach out to various organizations such as the Dubai Foundation for Women and Children (DFWAC), Dubai Police, and Al Ameen Service for confidential support. -The law emphasizes a coordinated approach between law enforcement, social services, and healthcare providers to ensure holistic victim care. • Penalties and Offenses: -Increased fines for physical, psychological, and sexual abuse, as well as violations of restraining orders. -New law introduces penalties for failure to report abuse, with fines up to AED 50,000. -This comprehensive approach strengthens victim protection while ensuring accountability for offenders.