Cybercrime Law: Death penalty for drug trafficking
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has introduced a formidable legal shield against organized crime in the digital age with the promulgation of Royal Decree No. 61/2026, establishing the new Law on Combating Cybercrimes. Issued on June 1, 2026, this landmark legislation is designed to fortify national digital security, protect society from evolving cyber threats, and ensure the integrity of electronic data. By introducing unprecedented legal deterrents, the law aims to dismantle illicit networks...