Criminal Law articles

Q&A articles on offences and penalties, investigation and prosecution, and the rights of suspects, defendants and victims under Turkish law.

Criminal LawOctober 31, 2026
Human Trafficking in Türkiye (TCK Art. 80): Frequently Asked Questions
Elements and penalty of human trafficking under Turkish law, why consent is invalid, how it differs from prostitution and migrant smuggling, and the rights of foreign victims.
Beyzanur BÜYÜKAY GENÇ5 min read
Criminal LawOctober 31, 2026
Migrant Smuggling in Türkiye (TCK Art. 79): Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as migrant smuggling under Turkish law, the prison range, aggravating factors, detention, limitation periods and the migrant's own position, with Court of Cassation rulings.
Beyzanur BÜYÜKAY GENÇ7 min read

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