Legal assistance in cases of crimes against individuals in Turkey

What are crimes against the person?

These are illegal actions that threaten and encroach on the safety of life, human health, as well as his freedom, honor and dignity, sexual integrity, constitutional rights and freedoms, the interests of family and minor citizens.

What are the types of offenses against a person in Turkey?

Crimes against the person are illegal actions that threaten the life, health, freedom, honor and dignity of a person, as well as encroaching on his sexual integrity, constitutional rights, interests of the family and minors.< /p>

What types of offenses against the person exist in Turkey?

The Turkish Criminal Code includes the following categories of crimes against the person:

• Murder;
• Beatings;
• Forcing abortions;
• Leaving without assistancechildren, people unable to care for themselves, or people in danger;
• Abuse of foreclosure and mistreatment of family members;
• Insults and slander.

Our criminal lawyers provide legal assistance and support in all of the above categories of cases.

Exemption from punishment for murder or battery: is it possible?

Turkish legislation provides for situations in which exemption from punishment is possible. For example, when protecting your life, health or property, it is permissible to use force against persons who illegally entered your home or threaten safety.

However, if in such situations the limits of necessary defense were exceeded, the person may be held liable, subject to extenuating circumstances.

There are other cases in which partial or complete exemption from punishment is possible. Our lawyers will provide detailed advice taking into account the specifics of your situation.

Responsibility for illegal actions related to abortion

In Turkey, criminal liability arises in the following cases:

1. Abortion without the woman’s consent;
2. Abortion performed more than 10 weeks, even with her consent;
3. Abortion less than 10 weeks without legal grounds, but with her consent;
4. Sterilization of a man or woman without their consent.

An important factor in determining punishment is the purpose of such actions. If they were committed to protect honor or dignity (for example, a woman or her relative), the punishment may be partially mitigated.

Leaving without help: who is responsible?

The Turkish Criminal Code establishes liability for abandoning the following categories of persons without assistance:

• Childrenunder the care of persons who have abandoned them;
• Peoplewho are unable to care for themselves due to mental or physical illness.

Penalties range from fines to imprisonment. In this case, the circumstances of the case and the consequences of such actions are taken into account.

This article discusses only the main aspects of crimes against persons in Turkey. If you have questions or require assistance, our lawyers are ready to provide advice. You can contact us online, by phone or visit our office in Alanya, Türkiye.