Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 3238

A cassation appeal. It is deemed filed upon lodging its petition with the Registry, irrespective of when it is served upon the respondent. Its implication. Invalidity of service has no effect upon an appeal validly filed by lodging its petition with the Registry within the time limit, satisfying the formal requirements prescribed by law. Service is corrected without the need to lodge a new petition. - 617 - Civil Procedure - The female respondent's knowledge of the appeal filed within the time limit and her submission of a memorandum within the statutory time limit. Achieves the purpose intended by the legislature in serving her. Its effect. No invalidity.