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

Statutory range

Art. 451 — completed fraud

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

State / Art. 5 property is an aggravating factor.

Art. 451 — attempt

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

Art. 452 — exploiting a minor / ward / passion / inexperience

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

Tutor / guardian / curator / authority is an aggravating factor.

Note on this entry

The amount defrauded is NOT a tier in this article.

Source

Statute: Decree-Law No. 31 of 2021, Art. 451 (+452)
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.