Ms Stirling from Detained in Dubai stated, 'It does not warrant a year in jail, doesn't warrant tearing this family apart and ruining this young 18-year-old's life.'
The government of Dubai maintained, 'Under UAE law, the girl is legally classified as a minor, and in accordance with procedures recognized internationally, her mother - being the legal guardian - filed the complaint.'
Campaign group Detained in Dubai called the judgment an 'utter disgrace' and expressed confidence that, on appeal, the custodial sentence will be overturned.
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