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Law No. (11) of 2004, the Penal Code of Qatar, establishes the legal framework for criminal offenses and their corresponding punishments within the country. It outlines general provisions, defines public employees and public funds, and specifies the applicability of Islamic Sharia provisions for certain crimes involving Muslims. This law repeals the previous Penal Code of Qatar issued in 1971.
Key requirements
- Islamic Sharia provisions apply to crimes such as theft, adultery, defamation, drinking alcohol, and apostasy if the suspect or victim is Muslim.
- Islamic Sharia provisions apply to crimes of retaliation and blood money if the suspect or victim is Muslim.
- Public employees are defined as those charged to do the public authority, including employees and workers in ministries, governmental corps, and public organizations.
- Public funds are defined as all assets owned or controlled by ministries and other governmental authorities.
Applies to: Individuals and entities within the State of Qatar, including public employees and those handling public funds.