Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 4631

The mere existence of a road on the disputed land does not in itself constitute proof of the State’s ownership thereof. Reason therefor. Use of privately owned land as a thoroughfare does not alone dedicate it to public benefit. Continued use as a thoroughfare for the period necessary to acquire ownership by long prescription. Effect thereof. The State’s acquisition of ownership of the land and its dedication to public benefit upon completion of that period. The State may assert against individuals that they do not own it. Restrictions on the right of ownership: