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Briton, 18, Released From Dubai Jail After Receiving Royal Pardon
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, JUL 7 – Marcus Fakana was imprisoned for a year for a consensual relationship with a minor under UAE law and released after a royal pardon, highlighting legal risks for tourists, advocacy groups say.
- Marcus Fakana, 18, was released from Dubai Jail after receiving a royal pardon from Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
- Fakana was originally sentenced to a year in prison for a consensual relationship with a girl under 18, reported by the girl's mother.
- Radha Stirling from Detained in Dubai highlighted concerns about the treatment of tourists and the need for legal safeguards against unnecessary custodial sentences.
- The UK Foreign Office confirmed his release occurred on an Eid pardon, with Fakana wishing to return to the UK away from media scrutiny.
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