Law
No. (12) of 2024
Concerning
the
Sashes,
Decorations, Medals, and Badges of
Mohammed
bin Rashid Al Maktoum[1]
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We,
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai,
After perusal of:
Federal
Law No. (4) of 1987 Concerning Civil Decorations and its amendments;
Federal
Law No. (5) of 2016 Concerning Diplomatic Decorations and Medals, and its
Implementing Bylaw;
Federal
Law by Decree No. (31) of 2021 Issuing the Crime and Punishment Law and its
amendments;
Cabinet
Resolution No. (35) of 2017 Concerning the Sashes, Medals, and Decorations of
the Prime Minister;
Law
No. (10) of 1997 Concerning the Medals, Decorations, and Badges of the Dubai
Police, and its amendments;
Law
No. (32) of 2009 Concerning the Executive Office and its amendments;
Law
No. (1) of 2016 Concerning the Financial Regulations of the Government of
Dubai, its Implementing Bylaw, and their amendments;
Decree
No. (4) of 2008 Appointing the Crown Prince of the Emirate of Dubai; and
Decree
No. (21) of 2023 Appointing Two Deputies to the Ruler of the Emirate of Dubai,
Do
hereby issue this Law.
This
Law will be cited as “Law No. (12) of 2024 Concerning the Sashes, Decorations,
Medals, and Badges of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum”.
The
following words and expressions, wherever mentioned in this Law, will have the
meaning indicated opposite each of them unless the context implies otherwise:
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UAE: |
The United Arab Emirates. |
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Emirate: |
The Emirate of Dubai. |
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Ruler: |
His Highness the Ruler of Dubai. |
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Crown Prince: |
The Crown Prince of the Emirate. |
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EO: |
The Executive Office of the Ruler. |
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Chairman: |
The chairman of the EO. |
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Sash: |
A form of recognition represented by a special band
worn around the neck or across the uniform, featuring a precious metal piece
affixed to it. It signifies the highest degree of recognition and
appreciation awarded by the Ruler pursuant to the provisions of this Law. |
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Decoration: |
A form of recognition represented by a metal piece of
various shapes made of a precious material and attached to a special ribbon,
worn around the neck or on the uniform. It signifies a degree of recognition
and appreciation awarded by the Ruler pursuant to the provisions of this Law. |
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Medal: |
A form of recognition represented by a piece of
metal of various shapes. It signifies a degree of recognition and
appreciation awarded by the Awarding Body pursuant to the provisions of this
Law. |
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Badge: |
A form of recognition represented by an insignia,
shield, emblem, or a special award, available in various shapes. It is considered
a degree of recognition and appreciation awarded by the Awarding Body
pursuant to the provisions of this Law. |
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Certificate
of Recognition: |
An official document signed by the Awarding Body, which
clearly states the name of the Awarding Body, the name of the recipient, the
type of recognition awarded, the reason for the award, the date on which the
recognition is awarded, and other relevant details. |
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Awarding
Body: |
This includes the Ruler, the Crown Prince, or the
deputies to the Ruler, as prescribed under this Law. |
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General
Secretariat: |
An organisational unit, within the EO, in charge of
supervising the awarding of Sashes, Decorations, Medals, Badges, and the respective
Certificates of Recognition in accordance with the conditions, rules, and
regulations stipulated in this Law and the resolutions issued in pursuance
hereof. |
a. The
following Sashes, Decorations, Medals, and Badges are hereby introduced in the
Emirate:
1.
the
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Sash;
2.
the
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Decoration;
3.
the
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Medal; and
4.
the
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Badge.
b. New
Sashes, Decorations, Medals, Badges, or any other forms and types of
recognition may be introduced pursuant to a resolution of the Ruler.
c. Subject
to the provisions of federal laws or federal laws by decrees, no federal or
local entity in the UAE may issue, introduce, distribute, or award any Sashes,
Decorations, Medals, Badges, or any other forms of recognition in the name of
the Ruler or in any other official capacity he holds within or outside of the
UAE, without first coordinating with the EO and obtaining its approval.
d. The
provisions of this Law apply without prejudice to any other legislation
governing the awarding of any type of Decoration, Badge, or Medal, particularly
the provisions of the above-mentioned Law No. (10) of 1997.
a. The
General Secretariat will prepare a list classifying, and determining the
categories and rules for awarding, Sashes, Decorations, Medals, and Badges. The
EO will then submit this list to the Ruler for approval.
b. The
recognition awarded under this Law will be classified into the following four
(4) categories:
1. First Category: Meritorious
Achievements and Services:
This category is awarded to individuals, establishments, and companies within
the Emirate in recognition of their loyalty to the UAE and the Emirate, and of
their meritorious role and contribution to its growth and advancement.
2. Second Category: Humanitarian
and Charitable Work:
This category is awarded to individuals, organisations, and companies in
recognition of their significant roles and outstanding contributions to
charitable, humanitarian, and voluntary work; for establishing charitable
associations and foundations, and endowments; and for making substantial donations
in support of these causes.
3. Third Category: Scientific
Research:
This category is awarded to distinguished scientists and researchers in
specialised scientific fields, holders of higher academic degrees, and to
universities and other educational institutions, in recognition of their
outstanding scientific contributions at the international level.
4. Fourth Category: Culture,
Sports, and Arts:
This category is awarded to individuals, establishments, and companies in
recognition of their significant contributions in the fields of culture,
sports, arts, and innovation that enrich and invigorate the cultural, artistic,
and sports landscape of the Emirate.
c. Sashes,
Decorations, Medals, and Badges may, pursuant to a resolution of the Ruler, be
awarded to any individual, establishment, or company other than those specified
in the categories mentioned in paragraph (b) of this Article.
a. The
Sashes, Decorations, Medals, Badges, and other forms of recognition awarded
under this Law by an Awarding Body are hereby deemed the property of the
Emirate, including the intellectual property rights in the associated artworks,
designs, and figures. These Sashes, Decorations, Medals, Badges may only be
manufactured by the entities approved by the EO.
b. The
Sashes, Decorations, Medals, Badges, and other forms of recognition awarded
under this Law may not be disposed of in any manner that involves the transfer
of ownership or possession, and they may not be pledged or seized. Any
disposition undertaken in breach of the provisions of this Law will be null and
void.
a. A
Sash, Decoration, or Medal will be awarded along with the corresponding
Certificate of Recognition by the Ruler. The Ruler, the Crown Prince, either of
the deputies to the Ruler, or any of their authorised representatives will
award these Sashes, Decorations, and Medals.
b. A
Badge will be awarded along with the corresponding Certificate by the Awarding
Body or by a resolution of the Chairman, upon the recommendation of the General
Secretariat and in coordination with the concerned entities in the Emirate. The
Ruler, the Crown Prince, either of the deputies to the Ruler, or any of their
authorised representatives will bestow these Badges.
c. Sashes,
Decorations, Medals, and Badges will be bestowed during national celebrations
and official festivities; during official overseas visits by the Ruler, the
Crown Prince, or either of the deputies to the Ruler; during visits to the
Emirate by the individuals to be recognised; or during any other special
occasion as required.
a. Any
individual who is awarded a Sash, Decoration, Medal, or Badge will receive a
Certificate of Recognition bearing the signature of the Awarding Body.
b. A
natural or legal person to whom a Sash, Decoration, Medal, or Badge is awarded will
retain ownership thereof, unless it is withdrawn or revoked in accordance with
the provisions of Article (11) of this Law. The recipient's universal or
particular successors may retain the Sash, Decoration, Medal, or Badge as a keepsake,
without having the right to wear it.
a. For
the purposes of this Law, the EO is the competent Government Entity in the
Emirate exclusively responsible for overseeing the process of manufacturing
Sashes, Decorations, Medals, and Badges to be awarded in accordance with the provisions
of this Law; for their safekeeping and maintenance; and for receiving and
preserving any recovered items, in accordance with the policies and procedures
approved by the Chairman in this respect.
b. Notwithstanding
the provisions of any other legislation, the EO will act as the legal
representative in respect of the Sashes, Decorations, Medals, Badges, and other
forms of recognition awarded under this Law. In this capacity, the EO will have
the right to take the necessary legal action to preserve the associated rights
and to file the relevant civil and criminal lawsuits.
a. Pursuant
to this Law, an organisational unit named the “General Secretariat for the
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Decorations” (the "General Secretariat")
is established at the EO. The General Secretariat is hereby incorporated into
the organisational structure of the EO.
b. The
General Secretariat will have the duties and powers to:
1.
conduct
studies and research on the individuals, establishments, and companies eligible
for any of the degrees of recognition stipulated in this Law;
2.
prepare,
in coordination with the concerned entities in the Emirate, a list of nominees
for the Sashes, Decorations, Medals, Badges, and any other forms of
recognition, and the financial remuneration to which they are entitled, in
accordance with the policies and procedures approved by the EO; and present the
same to the Chairman for approval, prior to its final approval by the Ruler;
3.
prepare
proposals for the designs, drawings, specifications, measurements, and weights
of the Sashes, Decorations, Medals, and Badges, and any other types of
recognition, and present these to the Chairman for approval, prior to their
final approval by the Ruler;
4.
develop
the policies, procedures, bylaws, rules, and controls for introducing or
awarding Sashes, Decorations, Medals, Badges, and any other forms of
recognition and for determining the frequency of their awarding; and any other
relevant provisions; and submit the same to the Chairman for approval; and
5.
exercise
any other duties or powers assigned to the General Secretariat by the Ruler,
the Crown Prince, the deputies to the Ruler, or the Chairman.
a. The
General Secretariat will maintain a register that contains the types and
categories of the Sashes, Decorations, Medals, and Badges; the names and
details of the individuals and entities to whom they are awarded; the numbers
of the Certificates of Recognition issued to them; the corresponding
remuneration; and any changes made thereto. This register will be maintained
and managed in accordance with the policies and procedures approved by the
Chairman in this respect.
b. The
details of the Sashes and Decorations awarded by the Ruler prior to the
effective date of this Law, and which fall within the categories referred to in
Article (4) hereof, will be recorded in the register referred to in paragraph
(a) of this Article.
c. The
individuals awarded Sashes, Decorations, Medals, or Badges before the effective
date of this Law will retain them. The General Secretariat must record the
relevant details in the register referred to in paragraph (a) of this Article.
a. Where
it is established that a person who is awarded a Sash, Decoration, Medal, or
Badge under this Law has committed any offence affecting honour or
trustworthiness; has undermined the image of the UAE, the Emirate, or any of
their dignitaries; has taken an opposing stance against its policies or
religion; or has espoused ideas supporting racial discrimination or other
notions contrary to the principles of international law or human rights
conventions, or the rules approved by international organisations, the Sash,
Decoration, Medal, or Badge will be withdrawn and the corresponding Certificate
of Recognition will be revoked, upon the recommendation of the EO, and pursuant
to a resolution of the Awarding Body.
b. Any
withdrawal or revocation under paragraph (a) of this Article will be recorded
in the register.
c. The
EO will recover any withdrawn Sashes, Decorations, Medals, or Badges, and any
Certificates of Recognition revoked under this Article; and will keep them in
accordance with the relevant policies and procedures adopted by the EO.
a. The
provisions of Chapter Six of Part One of Book Two of the above-mentioned
Federal Law by Decree No. (31) of 2021 concerning the forgery and
counterfeiting of seals, marks, and stamps will apply to any person who forges
or counterfeits any of the Sashes, Decorations, Medals, or Badges stipulated in
this Law; or forges or counterfeits the corresponding Certificates of
Recognition.
b. The
competent court will issue the resolutions and orders for confiscating and
destroying forged and counterfeit materials.
With
the exception of the resolutions which the Ruler is exclusively authorised to
issue under this Law, the Chairman will issue the resolutions required for
implementing the provisions of this Law, including approving the policies,
procedures, rules, and controls related to Sashes, Decorations, Medals, Badges,
and other forms of recognition.
Any
provision in any other legislation is hereby repealed to the extent that it
contradicts the provisions of this Law.
This Law will be published in the Official Gazette and will
come into force on the day on which it is published.
Mohammed
bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Ruler of Dubai
Issued in Dubai on 12 June 2024
Corresponding to 6 Thu
al-Hijjah 1445 A.H.
©2024 The Supreme Legislation Committee in the
Emirate of Dubai
[1]Every effort has been made to produce an
accurate and complete English version of this legislation. However, for the
purpose of its interpretation and application, reference must be made to the
original Arabic text. In case of conflict, the Arabic text will prevail.