Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 2196

The plea that an action may not be heard owing to lapse of time. Applies to an ownership action where the owner has abandoned it for fifteen years while grounds for it exist, consisting of another taking possession of the property and denying its owner's right. - 424 - Obligation - Article 1660 of the Majalla of Judicial Provisions. Is general and absolute, without distinction or differentiation between the State and individuals in invoking this plea. - Possession satisfying its conditions and continuing for fifteen years. A presumption against the owner in favor of the possessor, whether an individual or a legal person.