General News, The Leader, The Father - 14 August, 2018

Mohammed bin Rashid pardons 547 prisoners ahead of Eid Al Adha

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered the release of 547prisoners of different nationalities from Dubai’s correctional and punitive establishments ahead of Eid Al Adha.
 
Attorney General of Dubai His Excellency Essam Issa Al Humaidan said His Highness’s decision to pardon inmates is aimed at offering them a fresh start in life and easing their families’ suffering, as well as helping the prisoners reintegrate into the community. Al Humaidan said this gesture will have a positive impact on the community by giving the prisoners a chance to rejoin their families and start a new chapter in their lives.
 
The Attorney General also said that Dubai Public Prosecution has commenced the legal procedures for implementing Sheikh Mohammed’s order, which is being carried out in collaboration with Dubai Police.