Diversity of Law in the United Arab Emirates: Privacy, Security, and the Legal System

This book explores the law and practice of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from an interdisciplinary perspective, comparing it to the Western model and highlighting its unique features. It discusses the imperial, international, and cultural background of the Emirati legal system, its influences on human rights, and the role of the UAE on the international scene. It will be valuable for researchers and academics in Comparative Constitutional Law, Legal Anthropology, Legal Pluralism, and Middle Eastern Studies.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 246 pages
\n Publication date: 17 December 2020
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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This comprehensive book delves into the intricate realm of law and its practice in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). With a clear objective to understand the underlying logic of the legal system in the UAE, it offers a holistic analysis of its laws within the context of its unique cultural and historical backdrop. By transcending the conventional Western model, the book provides a profound understanding of the system on its own terms.

The book explores how the Emirati legal system stands apart from the traditional rule of law, shedding light on its imperial, international, and cultural influences. It meticulously maps the UAE's international legal obligations, highlighting the potential discrepancies between universal interpretations of rights and the Emirati interpretations. This analytical framework is further illustrated through an overview of the legal system, encompassing federal, local, and free zones, emphasizing the diverse legal sources derived from Islamic and colonial law.

In the second section, the book focuses primarily on the contemporary system of law in the UAE, while occasionally delving into the British administration to illustrate the historical roots of certain legal practices. It sheds light on how imperial power exertion during the British administration laid the foundation for the visible forerunners of today's legal system.

Furthermore, the UAE's emergence on the international stage has sparked a growing interest in human rights investigations, which have had tangible manifestations in UAE law. This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers and academics engaged in the fields of Comparative Constitutional Law, Legal Anthropology, Legal Pluralism, and Middle Eastern Studies. It offers a deep dive into the legal landscape of the UAE, providing insights into its historical, cultural, and legal developments.

\n Weight: 548g\n
Dimension: 160 x 242 x 23 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367343491\n \n