Tue 29-11-2022 19:09 PM
DUBAI, 29th November, 2022 (WAM) — In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered the release of 1,040 inmates from Dubai’s correctional and punitive facilities ahead of the 51st United Arab Emirates National Day.
On the occasion, Chancellor Essam Issa Al Humaidan, Attorney General of Dubai, said His Highness Sheikh Mohammed’s order to pardon prisoners reflects his concern to give convicted prisoners a chance to start a new life and alleviate the difficulties of their families, as well as giving them the opportunity to reintegrate into society.
He also claimed that the gesture also reflects one of the UAE’s core national values of tolerance.
Al Humaidan said the Dubai Public Prosecution Service has started coordinating with the Dubai Police to implement the order.
Hazem Hussein / Khoder Nashar