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

Statutory range

Art. 390(2) — assault not reaching the Art. 390(1) degree

Imprisonment: Incarceration up to 1 year
Fine: Fine up to AED 10,000

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

Source

Statute: Decree-Law No. 31 of 2021, Art. 390(2)
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.