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This range was checked against the official legal text. Last verified: 2026-10-19.

Statutory range

Art. 390(1) — disease / incapacity over 20 days

Imprisonment: Incarceration (term not specified in article)
Fine: Fine (amount not specified in article)

Pregnant woman’s abortion is an aggravating factor.

Art. 388 — deliberate permanent disability

Imprisonment: Temporary imprisonment up to 7 years
Fine: —

Art. 389 — unintentional permanent disability

Imprisonment: Temporary imprisonment up to 5 years; up to 10 years if an Art. 384(2) circumstance or drunkenness / narcotization
Fine: —

Art. 387 — assault without intent to kill but death results

Imprisonment: Temporary imprisonment up to 10 years
Fine: —

Art. 392 — gang of 3 or more with weapon / tool

Imprisonment: Incarceration (term not specified in article) for each offender
Fine: Fine (amount not specified in article)

Source

Statute: Decree-Law No. 31 of 2021, Arts. 387–390(1), 392
Official source: uaelegislation.gov.ae
Verification status
Last verified: 2026-10-19

Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not “your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.