How to report cases of begging in Qatar

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In Qatar, engaging in begging is considered a violation of the law, and individuals found guilty may face legal consequences. The ILoveQatar.net (ILQ) team has put together a guide that lists the laws regarding begging and how to report such incidents.

The Ministry of Interior recently released a video on its social media platforms explaining how the people of Qatar can report cases of begging.

🚨@moi_qatar released a video on 30 March 2024 warning against begging and urging the public to report any such cases.

▪️Cases of begging can be reported via the "Metrash2" app or via a call to the numbers 33618627, 2347483 or 2347444.

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What does the law state regarding begging in Qatar?

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Law No. 11 of 2004 Issuing the Penal Code

Article 278 - (Amended By Law 28 /2006)
Starting Date: 27/07/2006

(replaced by Article 1 of Law No. 28 of 2006) Whoever begs in roads or public places, leads or encourages minors to beg shall be punished with imprisonment for a term up to one year. Or, in lieu of the said penalty, the beggar can be housed in one of the correction facilities made for this purpose. In all cases, the money resulting from the offence shall be confiscated and a judgment of the stipulated penalty issued.

How to report begging via Metrash App2?

1. Login to your Metrash2 App with your login details

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2. On the main landing page, go to 'Communicate with Us'

3. Select the option 'Report begging case'

4. This will require you to fill out the following details:

Upload a photo of the begging incident
Pin the location on the map
Specify the gender of the person involved in the incident
Specify the age group
Mention the ethnicity
Fill out any additional information or description of the person or incident
Once you have filled out all the information, click next on the bottom right of the page.
The request will be registered, and you will receive a notification that the authorities will call you for more information regarding the beginning of the incident.