Specialized Criminal Court
On July 7, 2014, Abulkhair was sentenced to 15 years imprisonment (10 years executed and five suspended), followed by 15 years of ban on travel. The Specialized Criminal Court in Jeddah found him guilty of "undermining the regime and officials", "inciting public opinion" and "insulting the judiciary." In addition, Abulkhair was fined 200,000 riyals (£31,110).