A top official also called on United Nations experts to review the evidence and examine the damage caused by the attack
uae1 day ago
An Arab man found guilty of drug use was slapped with a Dh30,000 fine and banned from transferring or depositing money to others or through others for a period of two years.
The 23-year-old man was fined by the Dubai Criminal Court for his involvement in illegal activities related to drug use and money transfers.
Judges clarified that the accused can use bank services only with the permission of the Central Bank of the UAE, in coordination with the Ministry of Interior.
Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.
On January 16, 2024, Al Barsha Police Station found that the accused had consumed two psychoactive substances — methamphetamine and amphetamine — for the second time without a legal prescription, as confirmed by official records.
Prosecutors also said he paid for the drugs by transferring money to a bank account belonging to another person.
According to case details, the accused had been under periodic drug testing since July 14, 2023, following his release from prison. He had signed an agreement to undergo regular and surprise drug tests and to provide urine samples.
On February 16, 2024, he provided a urine sample during a scheduled visit, which later tested positive for methamphetamine and amphetamine, as indicated in a forensic report.
During the public prosecution’s investigation, the accused confessed to purchasing crystal meth for Dh150 and depositing this amount through an ATM. The drugs were then delivered to him via a specified location in Dubai.
In court, the accused appeared via video call from detention and admitted to the charges. The court, after reviewing the evidence and testimonies, found him guilty.
Judges said that if the fine is not paid, the accused will face imprisonment for one day for every Dh100 unpaid, starting from April 23, 2024.
ALSO READ:
A top official also called on United Nations experts to review the evidence and examine the damage caused by the attack
uae1 day ago
This time, registrants will be able to win a chance to bring two guests to Dubai with Emirates flights and hotel accommodation
uae1 day ago
Updated rules have been issued for these commuters as experts call for safer batteries to avoid the risk of spontaneous combustion on trains
uae1 day ago
Both parties also confirmed their shared commitment to improving cooperation in artificial intelligence, especially after the President's recent historic visit to the US
uae1 day ago
A second accident was reported along the same stretch near Dubai Parks and Resorts
uae1 day ago
The Federal Public Prosecution is currently investigating several cases pertaining to cheating the examination system
uae1 day ago
The authority urged drivers to avoid stopping on the shoulder of the road and said that motorists should head to the nearest safe parking area
uae1 day ago
Rules on carrying the e-scooter have now been updated by the Roads and Transport Authority
uae1 day ago