A Dubai appeals court yesterday upheld a one-month prison sentence for a British couple convicted of kissing in a restaurant
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A Dubai appeals court yesterday upheld a one-month prison sentence for a British couple convicted of kissing in a restaurant
Najafi and Adams attended the hearing, but did not speak. Their lawyer, Khalaf al-Hosany, told the court in a previous hearing that they kissed on the cheek as a greeting and "never intended to break the law."
Appeals court judge Iysar Fouad upheld the conviction, the jail time and a fine of USD 270 (Rs 14,000) each. They will be deported after serving their sentences.
The couple has 30 days to appeal the ruling in a higher court.
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