Arab Times, 12 November 2025: Kuwait’s Public Prosecution has established a new three-month deadline for the implementation of court rulings, as part of amendments to the country’s Penal Code under Kuwait Decree-Law No. 87/2025.

The announcement modifies Article (58 bis) of Kuwait Law No. 31/1970 and requires all court orders to be executed within three months of the enforcement notice being served.

Under the new regulations, failure to implement court decisions within the specified timeframe will be treated as a criminal offence. The Public Prosecution has confirmed it will pursue legal action against any individuals or authorities who deliberately delay or refuse to execute final court rulings beyond the prescribed period.

The three-month window applies to all state authorities, institutions, and individuals who are subject to court orders. The timeframe has been established to allow implementing bodies sufficient opportunity to take necessary enforcement measures.

The Public Prosecution’s statement outlined that the implementation of court rulings is now a mandatory legal requirement rather than an optional measure. The office will monitor compliance and initiate accountability procedures against those who fail to meet the deadline.

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