Manahel al-Otaibi, in her thirties, was arrested for posting messages challenging male guardianship laws and requiring women to wear the traditional abaya. She was accused by the prosecution of conducting a "propaganda campaign aimed at inciting young Saudi girls to denounce religious principles and rebel against the customs and traditions of Saudi society" Her sister, Fouz, who left Saudi Arabia, has faced similar charges and could be jailed if she returns to the kingdom.
If convicted, she faces a heavy prison sentence.