Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 174

The necessity of caution in interpreting penal laws. The clear wording of the provision is a faithful expression of the will of the project. It may not be departed from through interpretation or construction. - A person is not liable as a perpetrator or accomplice except insofar as his activity contributes to the occurrence of acts criminalized by law. Committing the act and making the omission criminalized by law are equivalent. Presumed liability exists only pursuant to a statutory provision. - 45 - Penal Law - The law has not presumed the liability of the owner of a bakery or oven producing bread contrary to the specifications prescribed by law. A contention to the contrary. Incorrect.