Criminal Law
Investigations and criminal proceedings require consideration of the circumstances, available records and each person’s procedural position. The scope of defence or representation depends on the stage of the case.
What does this cover?
The positions of a suspect, defendant, victim and complainant differ. Statements, evidence, defence and review procedures are considered according to the stage of the case.
- Investigations
- Defence and representation
- Victims and complainants
- Online fraud complaints
- Threat and insult allegations
- Preserving digital evidence
How do we approach the matter?
We first identify the summons, notification or procedural document. Access to the file and ongoing steps help establish the scope of legal assistance required.
What to prepare before your appointment
- Summons and notifications
- Case or application details
- Existing records of the events
Before your appointment, prepare a short chronology, available documents and the support you need. Do not send identity numbers, health information or sensitive case documents through the website.
Frequently asked questions
01Which case information is useful at a meeting?
The case number, responsible authority and date of any document received are useful if available. The method for sharing sensitive case documents should be agreed beforehand.
02Why does it matter whether someone is a complainant or defendant?
These roles affect a person’s procedural position and available rights. The status stated in a summons or notice and the stage of the case are identified first.
03Which documents should I prepare for the initial review?
Summons and notifications; Case or application details; Existing records of the events. Organise these alongside a chronology. Agree how to share sensitive documents before the meeting.
04How are the next steps determined?
We first identify the summons, notification or procedural document. Access to the file and ongoing steps help establish the scope of legal assistance required.
05I was defrauded online; which records should I preserve first?
Keep payment records, listing or profile links, messages, account details and a dated timeline. Contact the bank and platform promptly about account security; criminal reporting and recovery of money are separate questions.
06What should I do before deleting a threatening or insulting message?
Preserve the account, link, date and time and the conversation in context where possible. Complaint requirements and the lawful method of obtaining evidence depend on the facts.
07Does a criminal complaint automatically recover my money?
No. Criminal investigation and claims to recover debt or loss are different processes. Banking, insurance, enforcement and compensation options may need separate assessment.
This content concerns legal matters in Türkiye. Foreign law and cross-border transactions require separate assessment.
Content is for general information and is not personal legal advice. Contact alone does not establish a lawyer-client relationship.