Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 47

The summons to attend the trial hearing. How it is served. The legislature’s intention in requiring the signature of one of the - 127 - Criminal Procedures and Trials adult relatives residing with the person summoned on the copy of the document. - Determination of the appeal in the accused’s absence. The necessity of ensuring that he was duly served with notice of the hearing. Delivery of the document to the accused’s father and the absence of his signature on its copy. Its effect. Official knowledge of the hearing is not established. Adjournment is required until service is duly effected. The effect of contravening this. A procedural nullity affecting the judgment in respect of the appellant and another convicted person, owing to the unity of the incident and the proper administration of justice.