Legislation Details
- Full Title: Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency
- Law Type: Federal Law
- Law Number: No. (133) of 2023
- Issued Date: 15 Dec 2023
- Effective Date: 30 Dec 2023
- Official Gazette: No. 766
- Sector: Security and Safety
- Status: Active
- Number of Articles: 89
- Chapters/Parts: 0
- Amendments: 0
Summary
This Cabinet Resolution establishes the executive regulations for Federal Law No. (6) of 2022 Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency. The law and its regulations aim to provide a comprehensive framework for addressing juvenile delinquency and preventing at-risk youth from engaging in criminal behavior. The regulations outline various judicial and administrative measures that can be imposed on delinquent juveniles, such as electronic surveillance, community service, and placement in juvenile institutions. The law and its regulations are significant for businesses and individuals in the UAE as they establish clear guidelines for handling juvenile offenders and protecting vulnerable youth. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023)
What is the scope and purpose of this law?
The scope of this Cabinet Resolution is to provide the executive regulations for Federal Law No. (6) of 2022 Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency. The purpose of the law and its regulations is to establish a comprehensive framework for addressing juvenile delinquency and preventing at-risk youth from engaging in criminal behavior. The regulations apply to delinquent juveniles who have reached the age of 12 years. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023, Art. 2)
What are the key definitions under this law?
The Cabinet Resolution provides the following key definitions:
- Reprimand: Directing blame and reprimand to the Delinquent Juvenile or the Juvenile at Risk of Delinquency without contempt or disdain.
- Warning: Giving a written warning to the Delinquent Juvenile or the Juvenile at Risk of Delinquency.
- Social Isolation: Placing Delinquent Juvenile or at risk of delinquency in a place designated for that purpose in accordance with the provisions of this Resolution.
- Law: Federal Law No. (6) of 2022 Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and those at Risk of Delinquency.
(Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023, Art. 1)
What are the main obligations and requirements?
The Cabinet Resolution imposes the following main obligations and requirements: 1. Penal Procedures and Measures specified in the law and this resolution shall be applied to the Delinquent Juvenile who has reached the age of 12 years. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023, Art. 2(1)) 2. The Public Prosecution, in coordination with the Ministry or the Concerned Authority, shall implement the Administrative Arrangements stipulated in the law and this resolution for Delinquent Juveniles who have not reached the age of 12 years. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023, Art. 2(2)) 3. The Ministry or the Concerned Authority shall supervise the implementation of the Judicial Test Arrangement in accordance with the Court ruling. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023, Art. 6(1))
What licensing, registration, or approval requirements exist?
The legislation does not specify any licensing, registration, or approval requirements.
What rights and protections does this law provide?
The legislation does not explicitly outline any specific rights or protections provided under this law. However, the overall purpose of the law and its regulations is to provide a comprehensive framework for addressing juvenile delinquency and protecting vulnerable youth in the UAE. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023)
Which authorities or bodies are responsible for enforcement?
The key authorities and bodies responsible for enforcement under this Cabinet Resolution are: 1. The Public Prosecution, which coordinates with the Ministry or Concerned Authority to implement the Administrative Arrangements. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023, Art. 2(2)) 2. The Ministry or Concerned Authority, which supervises the implementation of the Judicial Test Arrangement. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023, Art. 6(1)) 3. The Court, which may order certain measures such as Electronic Surveillance and Community Service. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023, Arts. 8, 11)
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
The Cabinet Resolution does not specify any penalties for non-compliance. The legislation focuses on outlining the various judicial and administrative measures that can be imposed on delinquent juveniles, rather than detailing penalties for non-compliance.
What fees, charges, or financial provisions are specified?
The legislation does not mention any fees, charges, or financial provisions.
What exemptions or exceptions apply?
The legislation does not outline any exemptions or exceptions.
How are disputes resolved under this law?
The Cabinet Resolution does not provide any specific details on dispute resolution mechanisms. The law focuses on the implementation of judicial and administrative measures for delinquent juveniles and those at risk of delinquency.
What are the key deadlines and time limits?
The Cabinet Resolution specifies the following key deadlines and time limits: 1. The Court may order a suspension of the pronouncement of the conviction ruling for a term of no less than one year and no more than three years in cases where it is permissible to sentence the Delinquent Juvenile to a penalty of imprisonment. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023, Art. 5) 2. The Electronic Surveillance Term prescribed under the law shall be a term equal to the term of punishment, provided that it does not exceed three years. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023, Art. 9(1)) 3. The term of Community Service shall not be less than 48 hours and not more than 96 hours. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023, Art. 13(1))
How does this law interact with other UAE legislation?
The Cabinet Resolution references the following related UAE legislation: 1. Federal Law No. (1) of 1972 on the Competences of Ministries and the Powers of Ministers, as amended. 2. Federal Law No. (31) of 2021 Promulgating the Crimes and Penalties Law, as amended. 3. Federal Law No. (6) of 2022 Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency. 4. Federal Law No. (38) of 2022 Promulgating the Criminal Procedure Law, as amended. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023)
When did this law come into effect?
This Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency was issued on 15 December 2023 and came into effect on 30 December 2023, as published in the Official Gazette No. 766. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency, 2023)
Source Documents
This article analyses Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Delinquent Juveniles and Those at Risk of Delinquency for legal research and educational purposes. For the purpose of interpretation and application, reference must be made to the original Arabic text. In case of conflict, the Arabic text prevails. This does not constitute legal advice.