4- If disclosure of classified information or documents results in substantial damage to the State. 5- If the crime is committed with the intent to prejudice State's interest. 6- If the crime is committed by a person holding a position of confidential nature. 7- If the crime is committed by a person holding a high ranking position. Article 8 The competent investigation authority shall investigate and prosecute crimes referred to in this Law before the competent judicial authority. Article 9 Government entities – including security agencies – shall notify the investigation authority of any of the crimes specified in this Law committed, and shall also notify the government entity where the suspect is employed, in accordance with Article (3) of this Law. Article 10 The competent court shall decide on crimes and impose punishments stipulated in this Law. Article 11 The National Center for Documents and Archives shall issue the Implementing Regulations of this Law within ninety days from its entry into force. Article 12 This Law shall enter into force ninety days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

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