Those caught putting children in danger or abandoning them in the UAE will face a jail term and AED 5,000 in fine.
That's according to the UAE Public Prosecution, who took to their official social media handles, to remind residents and citizens about the country's strict child protection law.
Articles 35 and 60 of Federal Law No. 03 (known as Wadeema Law) also stipulates that children must not be left unsupervised and must have access to education.
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Friday, June 27, will be an official paid holiday for private sector establishments in the UAE on the occasion of the Islamic New Year.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed announces expansion of 'Zero Bureaucracy' programme
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has announced the second phase of UAE government's "Zero Bureaucracy" programme.
UAE announces holiday for Hijri New Year
The UAE government has officially declared Friday, June 27, as a holiday for the public sector, marking the first day of the Islamic New Year.
UAE flights to Iran, Israel continue to face disruptions
UAE airlines continue to face disruptions to passenger services to Iran, Israel, Iraq and Syria "due to airspace closures and ongoing regional situation".
Sharjah Police seize AED19 million worth of drugs hidden underground
In a major anti-drug operation codenamed 'Bottom of Darkness', Sharjah Police have seized over 3.5 million Captagon pills, worth more than AED 19 million.
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