Sharjah Public Prosecution organises 5 legal awareness seminars
Lectures targeted various segments of society to enhance their understanding of the laws and legislation that affect their daily lives.
Regulating donations
The Public Prosecution held a seminar titled "The Legal Methodology for Regulating Donations in Accordance with Emirati Legislation", presented by Dr. Saeed Ali Al Ketbi, Attorney General at Sharjah Public Prosecution. The seminar was held at the Muwailih Suburb Council headquarters, in the presence of Sheikh Majid bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Suburbs Affairs Department; Counselor Anwar Al Harmoudi, Attorney General and Chairman of the Sharjah Public Prosecution Authority; Dr. Abdullah Sulaiman Al Kabouri, Director of the Department; and number of senior officials.
The seminar addressed the most prominent legislation regulating donations' collection, emphasising the importance of directing charitable work legally, preserving the credibility of humanitarian work and limiting illegal exploitation.
Preserving family cohesion
The Public Prosecution also held another seminar titled "The Role of the Public Prosecution in Preserving the Family and Family Cohesion", presented by Mr. Mohammed Abdulrahman Abdullah Al Shehhi, Head of Sharjah General Prosecution. The seminar addressed the role of Public Prosecution in protecting the family and strengthening its bonds, highlighting the laws that enhance the stability of the Emirati family, thus contributing to the protection of the social fabric.
Artificial Intelligence and Law
At Al Bustan Suburb Council in Al Dhaid City, Dr. Abdullah Saeed Al Wali, Chief Prosecutor of Al Dhaid Prosecution, delivered a lecture titled "Artificial Intelligence and Law". The lecture focused on the impact of artificial intelligence on legal legislation and how UAE law can keep pace with rapid digital transformations. It also addressed issues of electronic privacy, cybercrime, and the role of artificial intelligence in developing investigative tools.
Obligations and Rights of Domestic Workers and Employers
At Al Rahmaniya Suburb Council, a seminar titled "Obligations and Rights of Domestic Workers and Employers According to Laws and Regulations" was held. The seminar was delivered by Dr. Walid Khalid Al Hammadi, Chief Prosecutor of Sharjah Public Prosecution. The seminar addressed several topics, including an explanation of the rights of domestic workers and the obligations of employers, as well as a clarification of the provisions of the laws and regulations governing this relationship to ensure justice for both parties.
Child Protection Law
The seminar series concluded with an important lecture titled "Child Protection Law", delivered by Dr. Saeed Abdullah Al Naqbi. The lecture addressed legal awareness related to protecting children's rights, reviewing the laws that guarantee their psychological and physical safety, and the role of society and the family in protecting them from any violations.
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