Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 1301

A representative's conclusion of a contract without having established authority to represent the principal. The effects of the contract do not extend to the principal unless he ratifies it. Article 61 of the Civil Code. - A representative may not contract with himself in the name of the person he represents unless authorized to do so. Contravention thereof. Exceeding the limits of representation. Its effect. The disposition is ineffective against the principal unless he ratifies it. Article 62 of the Civil Code. Example.