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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 State of Qatar. 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 when the suspect or victim is Muslim.
- Islamic Sharia provisions apply to crimes of retaliation and blood money when the suspect or victim is Muslim.
- Public employees are defined broadly, including those working in governmental bodies, public organizations, and even private institutions with governmental participation.
- Public funds are defined as assets owned or controlled by ministries, governmental corps, and public institutions.
Applies to: Individuals and entities within the State of Qatar, including public employees, private institutions with government involvement, and Muslims involved in specific crimes.