Alqanoni

Law of Criminal Procedure

Art. 17
Status unknownSaudi ArabiaRegulation

Issued by Ministry of Investment (misa.gov.sa)

No criminal action may be initiated nor investigation proceedings carried out in crimes involving a private right for individuals, except upon a complaint filed by the victim (or representative) or his heirs – in case of death – with the competent authority, unless the Bureau of Investigation and Public Prosecution decides that the filing of such action and the investigation into such crimes serve public interest.

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