DUBAI: Dubai Police on Wednesday issued a fresh warning that spreading rumours, false information or sharing content that contradicts official announcements is a criminal offence punishable by up to two years in prison and a fine of at least 200,000 dirhams.
In a statement, the force urged the public not to circulate images or information except those released through official channels by the Government of Dubai.
Authorities said publishing or forwarding unverified material — particularly content that could incite panic or fear among the public — would be treated as a violation of the law.
“Your social media post may seem ordinary to you, but for others it could be intelligence,” officials said, cautioning users to act responsibly and verify information before sharing it online.
Under the applicable regulations in the United Arab Emirates, offenders face a minimum of two years’ imprisonment and a fine starting from 200,000 dirhams (approximately Rs15.2 million).
