Premeditation as an Aggravated Form of Intentional Homicide, Carrying a More Severe Penalty
The right to life is the most fundamental human right, guaranteed in the Constitution of the Republic of Türkiye, the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), and numerous national and international texts. Read More
10.1 ATTEMPTED MURDER DEFENSE STATEMENT
TO THE 145TH ISTANBUL HIGH CRIMINAL COURT FILE NO: ……/…….E DEFENDANT: SS.(TCKN:…….) ADDRESS: DEFENSE ATTORNEY: Attorney SY-UETS SUBJECT: Merits of the Case... Read More
Self-defense and exceeding the limits of boundaries
In criminal law, "self-defense" is both the legal basis for individuals' right to protect themselves and others, and the limits of the state's power to punish... Read More
Criminal Proceedings for Foreign Nationals
1. Legal Framework for Foreign Nationals The status of foreigners in criminal proceedings is primarily determined by Turkish legislation and international agreements to which Türkiye is a party. Read More
What is the Postponement of the Announcement of the Verdict (HAGB)?
1. Introduction: Why is the Postponement of the Announcement of the Verdict Important? The Postponement of the Announcement of the Verdict (HAGB) is a procedure in criminal proceedings where the pronouncement of a conviction against the defendant is suspended under certain conditions... Read More
What are your rights when you are detained?
Being detained is an extremely traumatic experience, even for someone who has never been to a courthouse before. It's about having your freedom taken away by the police or gendarmerie... Read More
Protective Measures in Criminal Procedure Law
CMK Protective Measures: Principles, Types, Procedures and Strategy in Practice. CMK protective measures are designed to ensure the healthy conduct of criminal investigations and prosecutions by protecting individual rights... Read More
Mobbing (Psychological Harassment) and the Employer's Responsibility
1. Introduction In contemporary societies, working life is not solely comprised of economic activities; it also involves the protection of human dignity and the consideration of psychological and social values... Read More
Arrest and Objection to Arrest (Articles 100-108 of the Turkish Criminal Procedure Code)
Introduction In criminal procedure, one of the most severe forms of interference with personal liberty is the measure of arrest. Arrest is not a verdict, but merely a temporary protective measure. This... Read More
Is Hacking a Social Media Account a Crime?
One of the most striking developments of the digital age is that social media platforms have become an indispensable part of our lives. Today, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, X (formerly... Read More