Police Cases · Arrest Procedures · Criminal Investigations
Confidential legal assistance for police complaints, summons, arrest procedures, detention and Public Prosecution investigations in Dubai and across the UAE.
We assess the available case information, identify the current procedural stage and advise on the appropriate legal response according to the circumstances of the matter.
Handled discreetly by LAWDXB’s criminal defence team.
Police case · Police summons · Arrest concern · Detention · Public Prosecution
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The procedural picture
A police complaint may move through several procedural stages. The appropriate legal response depends on where the matter currently stands, the authority involved and the available information.
A matter is raised with the police by a complainant or authority.
The person concerned is contacted, asked to attend, or subject to an arrest procedure.
Statements and available evidence are gathered at the police stage.
The file is referred to the Public Prosecution for review and decision.
A decision is taken on detention, release or continued investigation.
Where applicable, the matter is referred to the competent criminal court.
Not every matter follows the same path. The sequence, available applications and legal options depend on the allegation, evidence, procedural status and competent authority.
How we assist
LAWDXB provides confidential criminal defence support based on the facts, available documents and current procedural position of each matter.
Clients abroad
A person outside the UAE may receive information suggesting that a police complaint, criminal case, arrest procedure or travel-related restriction exists. The position should be assessed through the available records and competent authorities before assumptions are made.
LAWDXB can review the information available, identify the relevant jurisdiction and discuss the legal steps that may be considered according to the circumstances of the matter.
The availability and scope of status checks depend on the type of matter, authority and information available.
For families
Families may have limited information about the authority involved, the location of detention or the next procedural step. The initial priority is to gather accurate information and determine the legal position without speculation.
Share the available identification and case-reference information.
Identify when and where the person was detained, if known.
Provide any police, prosecution or court communication already received.
Avoid sending detailed admissions or unnecessary sensitive information through the website form. The legal team can request the relevant information during the confidential intake process.
Scope of matters
The correct defence approach depends on the specific allegation and procedural stage. Matters may include:
Where a matter concerns a specialist area, the appropriate approach is discussed during the confidential consultation.
Before you contact us
Provide only the information currently available. Do not delay contact because some details are unknown.
Do not upload original identity documents or provide unnecessary sensitive details unless requested through an approved secure process.
Why LAWDXB
The enquiry is handled discreetly and only the information required for the initial assessment is requested.
The matter is reviewed according to its current police, prosecution or court stage.
The team advises and communicates in both Arabic and English.
Support is coordinated across the police, Public Prosecution and criminal-court stages, according to the matter.
The firm maintains a presence in Dubai and Abu Dhabi across the relevant UAE forums.
Measured, confidential and evidence-led — from the first enquiry to representation.
The process
Share the available high-level information by form, call or WhatsApp.
The team identifies the service fit, jurisdiction and available procedural information.
The circumstances, documents and potential next steps are discussed with the appropriate legal professional.
Where the firm can assist, the proposed scope, requirements and engagement terms are explained.
Common questions
The appropriate response depends on the reason for the call, the authority involved and your current procedural status. Obtain the available reference details and seek legal guidance before making assumptions or providing unnecessary information.
The available method depends on the emirate, authority, type of complaint and information available. Some matters may be checked through official channels, while others require further procedural review.
No legal outcome can be guaranteed. Release, bail and detention decisions depend on the allegation, evidence, procedural stage and competent authority. The available applications can be assessed according to the circumstances of the case.
Share the person's full identification details, the date and location of detention if known, any case-reference information and copies of official communications. Avoid sending detailed admissions or irrelevant sensitive information through the initial form.
The available review depends on the type of matter, jurisdiction and records available. The firm can assess the information provided and discuss the possible legal steps without guaranteeing a particular status or entry outcome.
Enquiries are handled discreetly in accordance with the firm's approved confidentiality and privacy procedures. Do not provide unnecessary sensitive information through the initial contact form.
No. Submitting an enquiry does not by itself create a lawyer-client relationship. Representation begins only after the matter is reviewed, conflicts are cleared and formal engagement terms are agreed.
The firm maintains a presence in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and reviews each enquiry according to the emirate, authority and information available. Where a matter falls outside the firm's current scope, this is explained during the initial review.
Need to speak directly?
For an active police case, summons, detention or arrest concern, you may contact the team directly by telephone or WhatsApp.
Share only the minimum information required to identify the matter during the initial contact.
Offices
Dubai
Business Bay — Financial Centre Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi
Al Maryah Island — Corniche District, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates