Criminal Law

What is Criminal Law?

Criminal law is a branch of public law that regulates criminal acts and the sanctions to be applied to these acts. It aims to protect social order, individual rights and freedoms and aims to ensure public order by using the state’s power to punish.

Scope of Criminal Law

Criminal law falls into two main categories:

• Substantive Criminal Law: Determines the definition of crimes, their elements and criminal sanctions.
• Formal Criminal Law (Criminal Procedure Law): It regulates the processes of investigation of crime, trial and execution of punishment.

Basic Principles of Criminal Law

The basic principles that ensure the fair and lawful application of criminal law are the following:

• Principle of Legality: Crimes and punishments must be determined in advance by law.
• Fault Principle: A person must be at fault in order to be punished.
• Principle of the Individuality of Punishment: Punishment is applied only to the person who committed the offense.
• Presumption of Innocence: Everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
• Right to a Fair Trial: Every individual must be subject to a fair and impartial judicial process.

Sources of Criminal Law

The sources of criminal law are divided into two: direct and indirect:

• Direct Sources:
  • Constitution: It regulates fundamental rights and freedoms and establishes the principles of crime and punishment.
  • Turkish Criminal Code (TCK): Includes definitions and penalties for crimes.
  • International Conventions: Documents such as the European Convention on Human Rights are taken into account in the application of criminal law.
• Indirect Sources:
  • Judicial Decisions: The case law of the Court of Cassation and the Constitutional Court guides the application of the law.
  • Doctrine Academic studies and the opinions of jurists contribute to the development of criminal law.
  • Customary and Customary Law: Traditions established in society can be effective in the interpretation of criminal law.

Purpose of Criminal Law

The main purpose of criminal law is to ensure social order, protect the rights and freedoms of individuals and prevent the commission of crimes. In line with this purpose, individuals who commit crimes are judged fairly and face appropriate penalties.

Criminal law plays a vital role in ensuring justice and protecting the security of society. Therefore, the principles and sources of criminal law guarantee the rule of law and individual rights.

Reliable and Expert Legal Assistance in Criminal Law

As MFY Legal, we provide comprehensive legal services to our clients in the field of criminal law. We are at your side with our experienced lawyers to defend the rights of our clients in the most effective way during the investigation and prosecution stages. We work meticulously to protect your right to a fair trial in cases heard in the Criminal Courts of First Instance and Criminal Courts of First Instance.

Our main service areas within the scope of criminal law are as follows:

• Crimes of intentional injury, murder and threats
• Drug use and trafficking
• Theft, fraud and embezzlement offenses
• Sexual offenses and domestic violence
• Information crimes and cybercrimes
• Tax evasion and economic crimes
• Traffic accidents and negligent injury/death
• Interrogation, arrest and judicial control processes

Criminal cases are complex processes that can have serious consequences. Therefore, getting professional support from an expert criminal lawyer is vital for the protection of your rights. At MFY Legal, we are committed to providing our clients with a transparent, effective and ethical service at every stage.

You can contact us for your legal support and consultancy needs related to criminal law.

Why MFY Legal?

• Expert Lawyer Staff: We work with experienced lawyers.
• Client Focused Approach: We offer legal solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client.

Every situation faced in the field of criminal law can directly affect an individual’s freedom, reputation and future. As MFY Legal, we are aware of this responsibility. With our experienced lawyers, we meticulously examine each file and develop strategies to protect our clients’ rights in the most effective way.

We are committed to the defense of justice and client rights.

We offer a transparent, fast and solution-oriented communication process.

We support you in all stages of criminal proceedings.

Contact us

If you are facing a criminal investigation or need legal assistance in a criminal case, contact us immediately. As MFY Legal, we offer you a customized approach from the first meeting and follow the whole process meticulously on your behalf. To contact us and get detailed information contact us.