Banking disputes in Saudi Arabia

The article discusses the Islamic legal codes specific to Saudi Arabia dealing with banking disputes and commercial matters and procedural rules related to land, sea, civil matters, and fees. The role aof the Banking Disputes Committee, a newly formed body, and its mission to make settlements which take into account the practical and social circumstances of the disputing parties is defined. A further discussion of Islamic doctrine as it is scrutinized by the Courts is included and particular mention is made of the conflict between clients and institutions where questions related to riba have been raised in cases where excess over the principal debt is paid to the creditor.