In an effort to give hundreds a second chance, Kuwait has pardoned 539 individuals on the orders of His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. The decision was issued under Amiri Decree No. (21) of 2026 and allows some prisoners to be released immediately, while others have their sentences reduced. The pardon reflects an effort to support rehabilitation and reintegration into society. According to authorities, the goal goes beyond shortening prison sentences. It is intended to help those affected rebuild their lives, reconnect with their families and engage in lawful behavior. The process was supervised by the Special Security Affairs and Penitentiary Institutions sector, which worked with relevant government agencies to complete the necessary legal and administrative procedures. Officials ensured that those eligible for immediate release were released without delay and that sentence reductions were implemented immediately. Authorities described the operation as the result of close cooperation between several agencies. They emphasized that the initiative demonstrates the State’s ability to act efficiently in implementing humanitarian and corrective measures. The pardon is intended to offer individuals and their families the opportunity to turn a new leaf, strengthen social stability and make a positive contribution to the wider community.
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