Criminal Law

Have you been involved in a crime in Turkey or has a crime been committed against you? We can help you to defend yourself or complain in front of the courts.

What is criminal law?

Criminal law is the body of law that relates to crime. It regulates social conduct and prescribes whatever is threatening, harmful, or otherwise endangering to the property, health, safety, and moral welfare of people. It includes the punishment of people who violate these laws.

What is a crime?

A criminal act is composed of three elements; the act, criminal intent or recklessness and illegality. And obviously it is an act against the law and is punishable by law. There can be no crime without law.

If you have been involved in a traffic accident with injury, you may either face a criminal action against you or you may complain about the other party who has caused your injury.

What are different kind of punishments?

The severest punishment is life imprisonment. In addition there are fines and alternative sanctions like voluntary work.

The court decides for the appropriate sentence taking into consideration the particular circumstances of each case. The limits and conditions of sentences for various crimes are outlined by the law and the judge must obey the limits and obviously the sentence must be JUSTIFIED in the verdict.

When is the punishment served?

The punishment is served after the decision of the judge becomes definite.