What are the circumstances that result in temporary imprisonment and a fine under the Federal Decree-Law of 2021 on Countering Rumors and Cybercrimes?
Temporary imprisonment and a fine can be imposed if the harm is inflicted upon a banking, media, health or scientific entity, if the harm is intended for achieving an illegal purpose, or if the crime is committed as a result of a cyberattack. The specified fine ranges from AED 500,000 to AED 3,000,000.