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Kuwait's Capital on top in ‘crime rate’

Kuwait's Capital on top in ‘crime rate’

From Arab Times · () English

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  • Kuwait's capital city recorded the highest crime rate among the country's governorates.
  • The Court of Appeals processed 5,030 of 5,983 pending cases in June 2026, achieving a high completion rate.
  • Statistics from the Ministry of Justice highlight the judicial system's efforts in case management.

Kuwait City has emerged as the governorate with the highest crime rate, according to recent statistics from the Ministry of Justice. The data reveals a significant volume of judicial activity, with the Court of Appeals successfully adjudicating 5,030 out of 5,983 pending cases in June 2026. This represents a substantial completion rate, underscoring the judiciary's efforts to manage its caseload.

The statistics, published by the Ministry of Justice, offer a snapshot of the legal system's operations. While the focus on crime rates in the capital is notable, the figures also highlight the efficiency of the Court of Appeals in processing a large number of cases within a specific timeframe. This administrative achievement is a key aspect of the judicial system's function.

Further details on the types of crimes and the specific outcomes of the adjudicated cases were not immediately available. However, the reported completion rate suggests a functional, albeit busy, judicial process in Kuwait. The Ministry of Justice's ongoing statistical releases aim to provide transparency regarding the performance of the courts.

the Court of Appeals adjudicated 5,030 out of 5,983 pending cases in June 2026 -- a completion rate...

— Ministry of JusticeStatistics on judicial case processing
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