Criminal Law
Attorney Betül Kırlangıç · İzmir
Turkish criminal proceedings have two main stages: the investigation and the prosecution (trial). Suspects, defendants, victims and complainants have statutory rights at both stages.
Attorney Betül Kırlangıç acts as defence counsel for suspects and defendants, and as counsel for victims and complainants.
Main topics
- Attending police and prosecutor interviews as defence counsel
- Challenging custody and detention decisions
- Defence before the criminal courts
- Drafting criminal complaints
- Representation of victims and intervening parties
- Mediation (uzlaştırma) procedures
- Appeals before the regional courts and the Court of Cassation
General information
- The investigation is conducted by the public prosecutor; the trial stage starts when the court accepts the indictment.
- Suspects and defendants may be assisted by one or more defence lawyers at every stage of the proceedings.
- For offences prosecuted only upon complaint, the complaint must be filed within six months of learning of the act and the offender.
- For certain offences listed in the law, mediation must be attempted before a case is brought to trial.
Frequently asked questions
I have been summoned to give a statement. Should I bring a lawyer?
Having a lawyer present is your right. Because the statement may later be used as evidence, it is advisable to get legal advice beforehand.
Where do I file a criminal complaint?
A complaint can be filed with the public prosecutor’s office or with the police or gendarmerie. It should describe the events clearly and include any evidence.
The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Every matter must be assessed on its own facts.
Contact
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Quick contact
+90 507 876 72 05
Location
İzmir
Meetings by appointment, in person or online.
Office hours
Weekdays 09:00 - 18:00