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Escape from custodyPossibly — unconfirmed

Possibly — unconfirmed

Reported range, not yet confirmed against official text. Do not rely on this — awaiting confirmation.

Statutory range — reported, not yet confirmed

Art. 329 — escaping after arrest, detention or placement under protective custody in accordance with the lawPossibly — unconfirmed

Imprisonment: Detention up to 2 years
Fine: Fine AED 10,000–50,000 and/or

Secondary source.

Art. 331 — guard / escort whose negligence causes the escape, where the fugitive is convicted of / accused in a felonyPossibly — unconfirmed

Imprisonment: Incarceration up to 2 years
Fine: Fine up to AED 20,000

Official text.

Art. 331 — negligent escape, other casesPossibly — unconfirmed

Imprisonment: Incarceration up to 6 months
Fine: Fine up to AED 5,000

Official text.

Source

Statute: Decree-Law No. 31 of 2021, Arts. 329, 331
Official source: uaelegislation.gov.ae (Art. 331) + secondary source (Art. 329) — official text retrieved for Art. 331 only
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.