
Kuwait: Launches Digital Criminal Court Order System
Kuwait’s Ministry of Justice has announced the implementation of a new electronic criminal court order system following cabinet approval marking a significant shift towards digital justice administration in the country.
The new system enables courts to process minor criminal cases entirely electronically, from initial filing through to verdict delivery and notification. This digital transformation specifically targets misdemeanours and minor offences that typically result in fines, eliminating the need for traditional court hearings or witness testimony.
Under the new procedure, judges can issue rulings based solely on case documentation through a streamlined digital platform. The system aims to address the substantial backlog of paper files, estimated at millions of cases, many of which have been pending for years due to administrative challenges.
The legislation includes provisions for complete electronic documentation of criminal orders and establishes guidelines for handling specialised criminal cases, including regulations on data storage periods and determining relevant authorities for case notifications.
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