Legislation Details
- Full Title: Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines Resulting from the Violation of the Provisions of Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Installing Fire Detecting Devices in Residential Homes
- Law Type: Cabinet Resolution
- Law Number: No. (85) of 2020
- Issued Date: 17 Dec 2020
- Effective Date: 03 Jan 2021
- Official Gazette: No. 694
- Sector: Security and Safety
- Status: Active
- Number of Articles: 14
- Chapters/Parts: 0
- Amendments: 0
Summary
This Cabinet Resolution establishes administrative violations and fines for non-compliance with the provisions of Cabinet Resolution No. (61) of 2020 Regarding the Regulation of Installing Fire Detecting Devices in Residential Homes. The law aims to enforce the requirements for installing fire detection systems in UAE homes to enhance fire safety. It specifies the administrative penalties that can be imposed, the procedures for issuing and appealing fines, and the authorities responsible for implementation. The Resolution is significant for UAE residents and property owners, as failure to comply with the fire detection installation rules can now result in substantial financial penalties. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 1-7)
What is the scope and purpose of this law?
The scope of this Cabinet Resolution is to regulate the administrative violations and fines resulting from the violation of the provisions of Cabinet Resolution No. (61) of 2020 Regarding the Regulation of Installing Fire Detecting Devices in Residential Homes. The purpose is to enforce compliance with the fire detection installation requirements through the imposition of administrative penalties. The Resolution applies to all residential property owners and occupants in the UAE. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 1)
What are the key definitions under this law?
The Cabinet Resolution does not provide any specific definitions. It refers to and builds upon the definitions contained in the related Cabinet Resolution No. (61) of 2020 Regarding the Regulation of Installing Fire Detecting Devices in Residential Homes. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020)
What are the main obligations and requirements?
The main obligations under this law are:
- Compliance with fire detection installation rules: Residential property owners and occupants must comply with the requirements for installing fire detecting devices as per Cabinet Resolution No. (61) of 2020. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 1)
- Payment of administrative fines: Individuals who violate the fire detection installation rules must pay the administrative fines specified in the schedule attached to this Resolution. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 1-2)
- Cooperation with authorities: Violators must cooperate with the Ministry of Interior in recording violations and issuing warnings. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 2)
What licensing, registration, or approval requirements exist?
The Cabinet Resolution does not specify any licensing, registration, or approval requirements. It focuses solely on the administrative violations and fines for non-compliance with the fire detection installation rules. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020)
What rights and protections does this law provide?
The key right provided under this law is the ability for any interested party to submit a written grievance to the Minister of Interior or their delegate against the fines that have been imposed. The grievance must be submitted within 15 days of being notified of the fine and will be decided upon within 30 days. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 3)
Which authorities or bodies are responsible for enforcement?
The key authorities responsible for enforcing this law are:
- Ministry of Interior: Responsible for recording violations, issuing warnings, and deciding on grievances against fines. The Minister of Interior can also issue decisions necessary for implementing the provisions of this Resolution. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 2, 3, 5)
- Ministry of Finance: Responsible for collecting the administrative fines set forth in this Resolution. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 4)
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
The administrative fines for violations of the fire detection installation rules are specified in the schedule attached to this Cabinet Resolution. The fines range from AED 1,000 to AED 50,000, depending on the type of violation. The fines can be doubled if the violation is repeated or continued within one year of the previous violation, but the total fine cannot exceed double the original amount. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 2)
What fees, charges, or financial provisions are specified?
The only financial provisions specified in this law are the administrative fines for non-compliance with the fire detection installation rules. The exact fine amounts are listed in the schedule attached to the Cabinet Resolution. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 1-2)
What exemptions or exceptions apply?
The Cabinet Resolution does not provide any exemptions or exceptions to the administrative fines for violating the fire detection installation rules. It applies to all residential property owners and occupants in the UAE. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020)
How are disputes resolved under this law?
The law provides a dispute resolution mechanism where any interested party can submit a written grievance to the Minister of Interior or their delegate against the fines that have been imposed. The grievance must be submitted within 15 days of being notified of the fine and will be decided upon within 30 days, in accordance with the procedures in force at the Ministry of Interior. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 3)
What are the key deadlines and time limits?
The key deadlines and time limits under this law are:
- Grievance submission: Interested parties have 15 days from the date of being notified of the fine to submit a written grievance. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 3)
- Grievance decision: The grievance must be decided upon within 30 days from the date of its submission. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 3)
- Fine doubling: The administrative fine can be doubled if the violation is repeated or continued before one year has passed from the date of the previous violation. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 2)
How does this law interact with other UAE legislation?
This Cabinet Resolution is related to and builds upon the provisions of Cabinet Resolution No. (61) of 2020 Regarding the Regulation of Installing Fire Detecting Devices in Residential Homes. It establishes the administrative violations and fines for non-compliance with the requirements set forth in the earlier Resolution. The Resolution also references several other relevant UAE federal laws, including the Federal Law on the Competences of Ministries, the Federal Law on the Police and Security Force, the Federal Law on the Penal Code, the Federal Law on Criminal Procedure, the Federal Law on Civil Defense, and the Federal Law on Administrative Violations and Penalties. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020)
When did this law come into effect?
This Cabinet Resolution No. (85) of 2020 came into effect on 03 January 2021, as stated in Article 7. It was published in the Official Gazette No. 694. The Resolution does not contain any transitional provisions. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines, 2020, Art. 7)
Source Documents
This article analyses Cabinet Resolution Regarding Administrative Violations and Fines Resulting from the Violation of the Provisions of Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Installing Fire Detecting Devices in Residential Homes 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.