PDPL Article 39, says that public sector entities are responsible for disciplining their employees who breach the PDPL or its Implementing Regulations. These disciplinary actions must follow existing legal procedures for government employee conduct. This provision ensures accountability within public bodies without relying solely on external enforcement.
Saudi PDPL Article 39
Public Employee Discipline
Without prejudice to the provisions of Article (35) and Paragraph (1) of Article (36) of this Law, the Public Entity shall discipline any of its employees who violate any of the provisions of this Law and Regulations, in accordance with the disciplinary provisions and procedures prescribed by law.
Explanation of Saudi PDPL Article 39
Government staff face internal disciplinary action for PDPL breaches
Saudi PDPL Article 34 says, if a public employee violates the PDPL or its Regulations, their employer (a public entity) must take disciplinary action based on existing legal rules.
