Judicial system - Kuwait

The Courts of Appeal, which has a panel of three judges, serve as both intermediate and final courts of appeal. The Court of Cassation, incorporated to the system in 1990, is the apex court in the hierarchy and serves as the final court of appeal.

Constitutional Court was established by Law No. 14 of 1973, which holds the exclusive authority to interpret the constitutionality of legislation and is authorized to evaluate election procedures. The Court comprises of five members who will be chosen by the Judicial Council through secret ballot and one of the members will be appointed by decree. A significant guide to the judiciary in rendering opinions about legislation is the Explanatory Note stating the legislative intentions of the legislature which usually as a rule accompany all legislative acts.

Law No. 26 of 1969 established the Court of State Security, to try cases involving issues that affect the internal and external security of the state. The Court comprises of three members who are recommended by the Minister of Justice and authorized by decree. Judgment made by this court is final. more..