Date of Defense
12-5-2025 2:00 PM
Location
H2, 1005
Document Type
Thesis Defense
Degree Name
Master of Public Law (MPL)
College
College of Law
Department
Public Law
First Advisor
Dr. Mohammed Al Hammadi
Abstract
This research addresses the topic of juvenile criminal responsibility in light of UAE Federal Law No. (6) of 2022, which was enacted to reorganize the rules for dealing with juvenile delinquents and those at risk of delinquency in accordance with societal changes and international standards. The study focused on analyzing the legal foundations of the concept of juvenile criminal responsibility, comparing the new legislation with the previous Law No. (9) of 1976, and highlighting the development in the age of responsibility, which has been raised to 12 years, along with the resulting legal and legislative implications. The research also examined the classification of legal measures adopted by the legislator concerning juveniles, which are divided into three main categories: judicial, disciplinary, and administrative. It clarified the new roles of supporting entities, particularly child protection specialists, who have become an essential part of the investigation, trial, and enforcement phases. Furthermore, the study addressed the challenges of aligning UAE law with international standards, as well as the extent to which the new law is consistent with the provisions of Islamic Sharia. It highlighted the strengths of the new legislation, in addition to identifying potential gaps that require further attention and rectification.
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THE TRANSFORMATION OF JUVENILE PUNISHMENT AND REFORM POLICIES IN THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
H2, 1005
This research addresses the topic of juvenile criminal responsibility in light of UAE Federal Law No. (6) of 2022, which was enacted to reorganize the rules for dealing with juvenile delinquents and those at risk of delinquency in accordance with societal changes and international standards. The study focused on analyzing the legal foundations of the concept of juvenile criminal responsibility, comparing the new legislation with the previous Law No. (9) of 1976, and highlighting the development in the age of responsibility, which has been raised to 12 years, along with the resulting legal and legislative implications. The research also examined the classification of legal measures adopted by the legislator concerning juveniles, which are divided into three main categories: judicial, disciplinary, and administrative. It clarified the new roles of supporting entities, particularly child protection specialists, who have become an essential part of the investigation, trial, and enforcement phases. Furthermore, the study addressed the challenges of aligning UAE law with international standards, as well as the extent to which the new law is consistent with the provisions of Islamic Sharia. It highlighted the strengths of the new legislation, in addition to identifying potential gaps that require further attention and rectification.