Sunday, February 26, 2023
Places where the provisions of CCTV applies in Saudi Arabia
The General Directorate of Civil Defense in Saudi Arabia revealed some important provisions of the security surveillance camera law, explaining the sites subject to its freedom and applied to them. Follow Saudi Expatriates on Instagram
It is important for people to be aware of the scope and limitations of security surveillance camera systems. It's good to know that the system is primarily applied to the following.
* Main roads
* Intersections within cities
* As well as on highways
* At the place of public transportation
* Fuel stations, and
* Gas sales places. See Also : Sharing harassment videos in Saudi Arabia is illegal and punishable
This is also important to note that there are limitations to where security cameras cannot be installed, such as inside toilets. This is likely due to privacy concerns and the need to maintain a safe and respectful environment for all individuals. It is essential to strike a balance between security and privacy to ensure that everyone's rights are respected.
- The people must be aware of the regulations and fines related to security surveillance cameras. Good to know that security surveillance cameras are designed to capture moving images in accordance with regulations, and individuals are not allowed to install them inside private residential units and complexes without permission.
- There is a fine of 20,000 riyals in Saudi Arabia for violating the provisions of the system, such as sharing or publishing CCTV recordings without permission or damaging or vandalizing security surveillance camera systems or recordings. Related : Penalty for sharing or publishing recordings without permission
- This is likely to ensure that the system is used appropriately and to maintain the safety and privacy of individuals. This is essential to follow the regulations and respect everyone's rights to ensure a safe and secure environment for all.
