Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 890

The summons to attend the trial hearing. Manner of its service. - The requirement that one of the adult male relatives residing with the person summoned sign the copy of the document. The legislature's purpose therein. - Deciding the appeal in the absence of the accused. Necessity of ascertaining that he has been validly served to attend the hearing. Example. Delivery of the document to the accused's mother. Its effect. Official knowledge of the hearing is not established. Adjournment is mandatory until valid service is effected. The effect of contravention thereof. Nullity in the procedures affecting the judgment. - 311 - Criminal Procedures and Trials