Dubai Issues New Law: Up To Dh500,000 Fine, 5 Years Jail For Misuse Of Govt Logos

2025-02-05 02:45:21

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) A new law regulating the use of the emblems or logos of the Emirate of Dubai and the Government of Dubai is set to come into effect. Violations of the law will attract imprisonment for up to 5 years or a fine ranging between Dh100,000 and Dh500,000, or both.

The law, issued by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, prohibits the use of the logos for commercial purposes like advertising and promoting products.

It is also prohibited to attack the logo in any way or use it in any way that distorts it or affects its value or status. Using the emblem in any activity or event that contradicts the values and principles of the Emirate of Dubai, or conflicts with public order and morals, is also prohibited.

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The Dubai Emirate logo is used in places, events, documents and seals of entities with special permission; the Dubai Government logo is used on buildings, sites, events, activities, records, documents, sites and applications of the Dubai government and government agencies.

Further, the law stipulates that the logo shall be used in accordance with a guide prepared by the General Secretariat of the Executive Council of the Emirate of Dubai.

According to the law, anyone who knows of a person who has committed any of the prohibited acts must report to the competent authority who will take the necessary legal measures against the perpetrators.

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