Legitimacy of Good Faith Principle and Its Characteristics in the Saudi System: An Analytical Study

Abstract

This research deals with the legitimacy of the principle of good faith and its characteristics in the Saudi system (an analytical study). It is organized into two sections. The first section states the definition of the principle of good faith to be distinguished from similar terms. The  section addresses its legitimacy, and discusses its characteristics. The significant results and findings arrived at are as follows: the principle of good faith is legitimate in the Saudi system, and it is distinguished by subjective nature in its characteristics. Moreover, it is a positive intentional stance, specific to its owner, and it is an ethical principle. On the other hand it contains two elements i.e. material and objective. This research recommended that the Saudi regulator is advised to establish a control over the principle of good faith in commercial law, criminal law, civil law, international law, and so on.