In an era saturated with digital platforms and diverse voices in cyberspace, individuals have emerged who speak on behalf of the law without possessing the necessary qualifications. These are people offering legal advice via social media, issuing pronouncements on public issues, and expressing their opinions on regulations and bylaws, all without holding any official license from the relevant authorities
Here it is necessary to remember that the system is clear and explicit: Providing legal advice without a license is a violation of the Lawyers Law and its executive regulations, and is considered impersonating a lawyer, which is a crime punishable by the system by imprisonment for a period not exceeding one year, or by a fine of not less than thirty thousand riyals, or both
But the issue doesn't end with licensing; it extends to something much deeper: proper legal qualification. Law is not merely texts to be read, but a science to be understood, objectives to be grasped, and reasons to be analyzed. Understanding a legal text requires comprehending the legislator's intent, the nature of the text—whether it is a command or a permission, whether it is binding or optional—and its regulatory background. A true legal professional doesn't simply read the article, but grasps its spirit and legislative context
Hence the requirement for licensing, not as a mere administrative formality, but as a scientific and ethical guarantee that those who speak on legal matters are academically qualified and professionally committed, and are subject to oversight that holds them accountable for their errors or transgressions. Those who delve into the law without knowledge or a license harm society more than they benefit it, distort legal awareness among the people, and instill trust in those who are not qualified
In conclusion, justice does not begin in the courts, but rather with adherence to the law and respect for its boundaries. Seek advice from a licensed lawyer who possesses the necessary qualifications and legal responsibility. For he who respects the law and upholds knowledge, protects justice
