Clarity in law,
confidence in society

Ras Al Khaimah’s law-making process is built on transparency and fairness, ensuring legislation supports progress and protects rights.

Legal framework

From council to
community

Our legal framework is built for clarity, efficiency and long-term progress. Laws and policies in Ras Al Khaimah are enacted through Emiri decrees and shaped by the work of the Executive Council and the Legislative Committee.

Our legal framework is built for clarity, efficiency and long-term progress. Laws and policies in Ras Al Khaimah are enacted through Emiri decrees and shaped by the work of the Executive Council and the Legislative Committee.

Law-making process

Law-making process

Policies are proposed by government departments and reviewed before becoming law.

Legislative Committee

Legislative Committee

Established in 2017 to ensure that laws align with strategic goals and national regulations.

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Law-making process

Policies are proposed by government departments and reviewed before becoming law.
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Legislative Committee

Established in 2017 to ensure that laws align with strategic goals and national regulations.

Judicial System

Fair, independent and accessible
Ras Al Khaimah’s legal system is designed to uphold justice, protect rights and support confidence in public institutions.

Ras Al Khaimah's judicial system comprises a Court of First Instance, a Court of Appeal and a Court of Cassation. The Ras Al Khaimah court system is subject to the supervision of the Federal Ministry of Justice of the UAE. The judges at Ras Al Khaimah courts are appointed according to standards of efficiency and integrity that are in line with the judiciary system in the UAE
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Independent by design

The independence of the judiciary in the UAE is enshrined in law by way of the UAE Constitution

Aligned with federal law

RAK’s local laws are aligned with Federal laws and decrees.

Business & investor protection

Commercial cases can be heard in English via the DIFC Courts, enhancing international legal access.

Related government entities

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Useful links

Explore Ras Al Khaimah's various entities.

Courts Department

Manages civil, criminal, family, and commercial courts.

Public Prosecution Department

Handles criminal prosecutions and legal enforcement.

Police Department

Enforces laws, traffic safety, and public security.
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