Counterfeit Checks Issued by a Charity in Saudi Arabia

The Public Prosecution, represented by the Public Prosecution Office for Crimes Affecting Public Trust in Saudi Arabia, has initiated investigations into a citizen accused of violating the penal system related to forgery. The investigation revealed that the accused unlawfully obtained a checkbook belonging to a non-profit organization ("charity association") and forged three checks amounting to over 34 million riyals. Additionally, he used the funds by presenting them to financial institutions for cashing, claiming they were for maintenance contracts for projects associated with the charity. He also fabricated a private document that included a signature from its CEO and a nonexistent stamp. Upon arresting the accused and referring him to the competent court, where evidence was presented against him, a request was made for a stricter penalty due to his exploitation of charitable organizations and deceit. He was sentenced to three years in prison and a fine of 300,000 riyals. The Public Prosecution emphasized the legal protection of documents and seals, stating that any infringement through forgery will lead to criminal accountability, and the perpetrators will be referred to the competent courts to impose legal penalties against them.