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Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid pardons over 500 prisoners

Saturday, 4 May 2019 09:15

587 prisoners will be released from Dubai's prisons before the Holy Month of Ramadan.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued an order for their release.

Attorney General of Dubai Chancellor Essam Issa Al Humaidan said that His Highness’s order to pardon the prisoners will bring happiness to their families, and help the pardoned individuals get a fresh start in life and reintegrate into the community.

The Public Prosecution has commenced legal procedures to implement the order.

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