Police case in the UAE: check and closure

When clients come to us

• you received a call from the police or a summons
• a complaint has been filed against you by a former partner, landlord or employer
• you found out about the case from a bank or at the border
• you are called in for questioning and do not understand the charge
• the case has been closed but restrictions remain

What we do

• check for the existence and status of the case with the police and the public prosecution
• establish the classification: an administrative offence, a misdemeanour, or a crime
• assess the risk of a travel ban, detention and frozen accounts
• prepare a position and written explanations in Arabic
• arrange an advocate and interpreter for the interrogation
• work towards closing the case or reconciling the parties, where possible

How the work proceeds

1. Urgent check. You give us the case number or police station. Within one to two days we establish the stage, the classification, and the complainant.
2. Risk assessment. We determine whether restrictions on travel or accounts have been imposed, and what will happen if you fly.
3. Position. We prepare explanations and evidence. The advocate accompanies you to all procedural steps, and the interpreter ensures the wording is accurate.
4. Outcome. We work towards discontinuing the case, reconciling with the complainant, or moving the case to court with a defence already prepared. Once closed, we verify that restrictions have been lifted.

Documents required

• copy of your international passport and Emirates ID
• summons or case number
• correspondence and documents relating to the situation
• the complainant's contact details, if known

Timeline and cost

Prices exclude UAE government fees and court charges. We confirm the exact quote in writing after reviewing your situation.