UAE Jails Men for Cannabis Despite Consumption Abroad: A Warning for Travelers

UAE Imprisons Men for Cannabis Found in Bloodstream Despite Consumption Elsewhere The United Arab Emirates recently saw two cases of men imprisoned for the presence of cannabis in their bloodstream, despite neither man having consumed the substance within the UAE. One case involved a British citizen, Connor Clemens, who consumed cannabis in the UK before traveling to Dubai for work. Upon a medical examination, traces of cannabis were found in his system, leading to his imprisonment for two years. The other case involved Peter Clark, a 51-year-old man who consumed cannabis in Vegas before traveling to Dubai. He was hospitalized for pancreatitis, and routine medical tests revealed cannabis in his system, resulting in over two months of detention before deportation. "Isn’t that terrifying!" says Maggie May, a social media commentator who highlighted these cases. "It’s happened to two men that I can find solid sources for." She is currently compiling a PDF guide on safe travel practices in the UAE. These cases raise concerns about the UAE's drug laws and the potential for unintended legal consequences for travelers. Experts urge caution when traveling to the UAE, advising travelers to be fully aware of local laws and potential risks associated with even trace amounts of substances in their system.