Categories: Tips

Fine of OMR 5,000 and three years in jail for violating privacy in Oman

Be careful what you share and post in social media or online, you might be invading a person’s private or family life by taking photos, publishing news or audio-visual records online will lead to three years in jail and a fine of OMR 5,000, Oman’s Public Prosecution said on Tuesday.

In a statement issued, Public Prosecution said insulting and slandering an individual is an offence. “Using the Internet or means of information such as cell phones with a built in camera to invade the private or personal familial life of individuals by taking photos or publishing news or audiovisual records in connection to that even if they are true or by insulting and slandering others is an offense punishable by imprisonment for a period that extends to three years and a fine that ranges to OMR 5,000 or by either one of these two sentences,” Public Prosecution said

 

Share
Published by
Juan in Oman

Recent Posts

DFA and Comelec Gear Up for 2025: Online Voting for Overseas Filipinos Set to Launch

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said preparations are ongoing for the implementation of online…

2 months ago

Philippine Embassy in Muscat is open every last Friday of the month

Starting this September, the Philippine Embassy will now be open every last Friday of the…

2 months ago

LTO to Launch Online Driver’s License Renewal for OFWs This Year

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is set to roll out an online platform for driver's…

2 months ago

5 Ways to Earn Via Social Media as an Overseas Filipino Worker

In today's digital age, social media has become more than just a platform for staying…

2 months ago

Introducing the better and improved DWM Mobile App – OFW Pass

Calling all Filipinos working abroad! The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) wants you to know…

3 months ago

Heads Up, Travelers: Philippines to Increase Airport Terminal Fees Starting 2025

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines has confirmed plans to raise airport fees…

3 months ago