Ever witnessed people gathered around to see an accident? There are certain individuals who are interested in clicking pictures of the incident rather than being a help. And such pictures then circulate globally as the internet is mere cheap. It was not a crime until now. UAE government has recently introduced a law that will fine you AED5000 fine and jail for taking pics of accident victims.
Stringent UAE Law System Announces AED5000 Fine
The new law intends to safeguard accident victims’ privacy rights. According to the recently modified UAE Cybercrime Law, taking images of injured or dead individuals in accidents and catastrophes is a punishable criminal offence. It’s either six months in prison or a fine between Dh150,000 and Dh500,000, or both. This new rule took effect on January 2, 2022. This will tackle the issue of capturing photos or films of accident victims. You will serve an AED5000 fine even uploading or sharing them.
#UAE: Taking photos, video clips of accident victims now punishable offence under amended law
Recording or sharing such images is considered serious breach of individual privacyhttps://t.co/Z4ZEgcm15d— Gulf News (@gulf_news) March 2, 2022
Sources claim that everyone who records, broadcasts, or intercepts audio clips, conversations, or chats with others violates their privacy and should face the same penalties.
Other Laws Implemented Related To Cyber Crime
Editing pictures or footage in order to defame somebody is also considered a punishable offence. This offence will result in a minimum of one year in prison and a fine ranging from Dh250,000 to Dh500,000, or both punishments.
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The legislation intends to improve community protection against online crimes. They will achieve this via the use of networks and information technology platforms. Also, secure government websites and databases and prevent the spread of rumours and inaccurate or deceptive information. Such crimes deserve more than the AED5000 fine.
Fine For Stalkers
Be aware stalkers! As per new legislation, anybody who tracks and saves the positions of people online, or who reveals their locations to others, faces up to six months in prison and a fine of Dh150,000 to Dh500,000, or both. It is equal to the above fine of AED5000.