The Board of Directors of the Water and Electricity Regulatory Authority in Saudi Arabia has granted approval for the "Regulation for Control, Proof, and Adjudication of Violations of the Provisions of the Electricity Law."

This newly ratified regulation establishes clear penalties for violations related to tampering with electrical service meters and their associated components.

Under the newly adopted framework:

. A fine of 5,000 riyals will be levied for tampering with the standard electrical service meter or any of its components.

. If tampering involves an electrical service meter or its accessories with a breaker capacity ranging between (200) and (400) amperes, the fine increases to 15,000 riyals.

. The penalty escalates significantly to 50,000 riyals for tampering with an electrical service meter or its components that have a breaker capacity exceeding (400) amperes.

Furthermore, the authority emphasizes that the maximum penalty for infractions such as unauthorized use of the electrical system, illegal connections, or aiding others in such activities will be capped at a substantial 500,000 riyals.

Saudi Arabia's new electricity law regulation reflects the nation's commitment to maintaining the integrity of its electrical systems and discouraging unlawful activities. The stringent penalties set forth in this regulation are designed to uphold the principles of fairness and adherence to the law.