Serious traffic cases can lead to detention, injury and death allegations, and affect residence and licences. They often turn on technical evidence, so early advice matters.
Where this fits: Police stage, often at the scene.
What happens after a serious road incident?
The police investigate, take statements and may detain the driver.
If there is injury or death, the prosecution is usually involved.
How is a drink-driving allegation proved?
By testing and procedure.
The defence examines how and when samples were taken and recorded.
What is a hit and run?
Leaving the scene of an incident without meeting legal duties.
Staying and cooperating is crucial.
What should I do first?
Stay at the scene and call the police
Leaving makes it worse.
Do not argue about fault
Let the evidence speak.
Take photos and note witnesses
If safe.
Call a lawyer before giving a statement
Especially if there was injury.
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Topics in this area
Within traffic offences we cover:
- DUI
- Reckless driving
- Hit and run
Detailed guides
DUI
What the Traffic Regulation Law says about driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the fines and prison terms, and how the licence is affected.
Read the guideHit and Run
What a driver must do after an accident, the offence of fleeing the scene and the duty to give information.
Read the guideReckless Driving
How the Traffic Regulation Law deals with reckless or dangerous driving, when a driver can be arrested and what the court can do to the licence.
Read the guideLicence Offences
What the law says about driving without a licence, with a suspended licence or with a foreign licence the UAE does not recognise, and who is exempt.
Read the guideCausing Death by Driving
What the law says about a death caused by a driver's fault, the higher penalty in listed circumstances and the effect on the licence.
Read the guideFrequently asked questions
Can I lose my licence?
Possibly, depending on the case.
Does insurance cover criminal liability?
Insurance addresses civil compensation, not criminal responsibility.
Is blood money relevant?
In some cases of death, compensation is part of the picture. Take advice.
Related guides
Arrest & Detention
What happens after an arrest, your rights, pre-trial detention and release.
Read the guideBail
Applying for release, what conditions apply and what to do if bail is refused.
Read the guideCriminal Courts
Hearings in the Court of First Instance, appeal and cassation, and how sentencing works.
Read the guide