Overview
SIO-14.10.1
The CBB Law provides for a number of criminal sanctions in cases where certain of its provisions are contravened. This Section provides a summary of those sanctions most relevant to stablecoin issuers, their Directors and employees. What follows is not a complete list of all sanctions provided for in the CBB Law, nor is it a substitute for reading the Law and being fully aware of its provisions.
Added: July 2025SIO-14.10.2
Stablecoin issuers, their Directors and employees should also be aware of the criminal sanctions provided for under other relevant Bahraini laws, such as the Decree – Law No. 4 of 2001, with respect to the prevention and prohibition of the laundering of money.
Added: July 2025SIO-14.10.3
In all cases to do with criminal sanctions, the CBB can only refer the matter to the Office of Public Prosecutor. The CBB has no authority to apply such sanctions directly without recourse to the courts.
Added: July 2025
