Based on the type and degree of every case, the Committee for Reviewing Violations of the Railways Law will decide the particular penalty including the value of the fine. The fine for repeated infractions can climb to SR20 million.

Covering a wide range of activities and behaviors, the rules stress certain offenses connected to the usage of railways. Violations can result from using railway infrastructure or tracks for uses outside of their authorized usage. This covers parking cars, setting tools, or leaving animals on railway property when such activities are forbidden. Crossing bridges or railway tracks, or letting animals do so from areas not especially meant for such use, is also deemed a violation. Another offense is trespassing on railway land including crossing protective fences.

One main emphasis of these rules is on blocking the railway system. Any action that might compromise the passage of trains, signals, or the sight of railway tracks is against law. This include building temporary or permanent buildings, arranging things or installing machinery that can block the view of the railway, its signals, or the tracks. Similarly, any activity that compromises the operation of the railway system—such as laying objects on the rails or putting devices that might interfere with the locomotive or train performance—is forbidden. These violations cover both personal and business acts that can compromise railway operations or safety.

Seizing railway property—including tracks—with the intention of claiming ownership, profit personally, or utilize it in any illegal manner violates one of the more severe rules. Furthermore seen as a breach is doing any activity that can cause landslides, collapses, or soil erosion close to railway buildings or infrastructure. This control also covers activities like bridges or tunnels that can compromise the stability or safety of the physical railway constructions.

Strictly forbidden is the theft, damage, or illegal use of railway cables and extensions—above or below ground. This covers any activity undermining the integrity of the railway's electrical or communication systems. Moreover, damaging, disturbing, or stealing any component of the railway infrastructure or equipment is a criminal act since it might seriously compromise the operational capability of the railway or public safety.

One of the main focus of the rules is also safety breaches. Either purposefully or by carelessness, sabotaging or damaging railway infrastructure carries heavy fines. This covers acts that compromise the safety of the railway or its passengers, such neglect of appropriate safety precautions or neglect of informing authorities of a possible safety concern. A major breach would include, for instance, letting a train collide with another train, locomotive, or carriage via carelessness or non-compliance with safety procedures. Such events disturb the operation of the rails in addition to endangering the safety of the passengers and railway employees.

Moreover, non-compliance with safety criteria and standards set by the railway authority could lead to major fines. This covers not disclosing mishaps, incidents, or security breaches, therefore impeding prompt reaction to possible threats and so compromising public safety. Under the rules, negligence in these spheres—intentional or accidental—is considered very seriously and carries financial fines as well as probable legal action repercussions.

The Railway Law and accompanying Executive Regulations underline strong respect to guidelines controlling the usage and safety of railway infrastructure. Depending on the degree and frequency of the violation, violations—intentional or resulting from negligence—can carry significant fines ranging from SR10 million to SR20 million. The thorough character of these rules seeks to defend the railway system, guarantee public safety, and guarantee the flawless operation of Saudi Arabia 's expanding railway network.

Saudi Arabia imposes up to SR10 million fine for violating Railway Law

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