Sexual Harassment Law in Saudi Arabia – Must Read

Saudi Arabia is heading towards many changes and its new anti-sexual harrassment law in the tlak of the town which will be in effect soon. So the Individuals can now live a normal life without being fear.

What is the law all about?

The law will criminalize any sexual harassment which is defined as actions or words which hints sexuality ( inculsed touching, harming a modesty and honor of a person using anything.

The Law makes sure that the criminal will face 2 OR 5 year term in prison OR / AND pay a penalty of SR 100,000 OR SR 300,000.

This law will be in effect soon and will be applicable in Public areas, Home, Schools, Social Media, Care Centers, Orphanges & workplaces.

How to Report Harassment?

To Report Harassment call on this Hotline number: 9991196 or thrgouh Kullua Amn app or a nearby Police Station

Saudi Arabian Women are allowed to drive from June 24th and many Saudi women have expressed concern that they’ll become targets for harassment once the new law allowing them to drive takes effect on June 24. So this Anti harrassment Law will help them now.