Cybercrime & Digital Forensics

Cybercrime Lawyer in Riyadh — Hamat United

Cybercrime in Saudi Arabia is rising fast as companies and individuals digitize. Hamat United provides specialized legal representation in cybercrime and digital forensics matters, grounded in the Saudi Anti-Cyber Crime Law (Royal Decree M/17) and the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL). We act for companies and individuals before the Public Prosecution and the Criminal Court in Riyadh and across the Kingdom. Keywords we serve: cybercrime lawyer Riyadh, digital forensics Saudi Arabia, PDPL breach legal support.

What Cybercrime Cases Do We Handle?

• Corporate hacking — unauthorized system/network access and account takeover (corporate cybercrime KSA).
• Data theft and leakage — exfiltration of customer, employee, or trade-secret data.
• Electronic extortion of companies and individuals — threats to publish sensitive data.
• Digital financial fraud — phishing, fraudulent transfers, and digital identity theft.
• PDPL breaches — regulatory exposure before SDAIA.
• Electronic evidence collection for Saudi courts — admissible documentation of digital proof.
• Digital forensics for investigations — device and log analysis to support the case.

Why Hamat United for Cybercrime?

• Legal background + 15+ years IT expertise — dual fluency in law and technology for complex cases.
• Licensed by the Saudi Bar Association — accredited representation before all authorities.
• Serving companies and individuals across the Kingdom — remote consultation available.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cybercrime in Saudi Arabia

What is the penalty for hacking in Saudi Arabia?

Under the Anti-Cyber Crime Law (Royal Decree M/17), penalties for unauthorized system access reach up to one year imprisonment and SAR 1 million fine for basic offenses, with harsher penalties for attacks on government systems or critical infrastructure.

How do I report a cybercrime in Saudi Arabia?

Reports can be filed through the "Kollona Amn" app, the Public Prosecution cybercrime unit, or police stations. It is important to preserve digital evidence before filing.

Can I claim compensation for a cyberattack?

Yes, victims may pursue civil compensation for damages caused by cyberattacks, running parallel to the criminal case before the Criminal Court.

What is the difference between cybercrime and digital forensics?

Cybercrime is the criminal act itself; digital forensics is the science of collecting and analyzing digital evidence to prove or refute the crime before the court.

Do you serve companies only or individuals too?

We serve both companies and individuals across all regions of Saudi Arabia, with remote consultation available.

Book a Consultation with a Cybercrime Specialist

If your company or you have faced a cybercrime, need electronic evidence collected, or require PDPL breach support, the Hamat United team is ready to review your situation.

Book a legal consultation with Hamat United