Global Database on Violence against Women
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| Year | 1987 |
| Type of Measure | Violence against women > Legislation |
| Form of Violence | Sexual violence |
Brief Description
Article 354 of Law No. 3 of the Penal Code states that whoever coerces a female to engage in sexual intercourse shall be punished by the death penalty. All sexual encounters with females under the age of 14 are considered coercion.
Source of Information
Response of the Government of the United Arab Emirates to the Questionnaire on Violence against Women 2012, pg 5
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