Kuwaiti Woman Gets 3-Year Sentence for Insulting Emir on X
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Court finds the defendant guilty of incitement and misuse of social media.
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A Kuwaiti woman has been sentenced to three years in prison with hard labor for violating the State Security Crimes Law through her posts on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.
Charges and Allegations
The Criminal Court found her guilty of insulting the Emir, inciting the overthrow of the government, and misusing communication devices. Despite her claims of being coerced into making the posts under external threats, the court upheld the charges after its investigation.
Kuwait’s Firm Stance on State Security
The ruling highlights Kuwait’s strict approach to maintaining state security and addressing any actions that threaten stability. Authorities emphasized that such activities will be met with severe consequences to deter similar offenses in the future.
This case underscores the importance of responsible social media use, especially regarding sensitive national issues.