Court of Cassation News
The highest court of appeal in Turkey, responsible for final decisions on civil and criminal matters.
Turkish Court: Conditional Offers Not Bribery
Turkey's Court of Cassation ruled that an offer contingent on a specific condition does not constitute bribery if the condition is not met. The court stated that if the condition fails, the agreement's subject matter becomes void.
Turkish Court Upholds 1 Year 8 Month Prison Sentence for Photo Montage
Turkey's Court of Cassation upheld a 1 year and 8 month prison sentence for a defendant who digitally altered a woman's Instagram photo by attaching it to a nude body and sending it to her. The sentence for illegally sharing data is now final.
Mother's Newborn Murder Conviction Overturned by Court
Turkey's Court of Cassation overturned the life sentence of Merve T., who was convicted of stabbing her newborn baby nine times. The court cited the need to assess if she had temporary insanity during the act. The mother requested acquittal, claiming she was not in her right mind.
Turkish Court: Short Leave Not Grounds for Resignation
Turkish Court: Spreading Spouse's Private Info is Full Fault
Turkish Court: Landlords Must Prove Deposit Transfer
Turkey upholds prison sentence for unauthorized social media resharing
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The highest court of appeal in Turkey, responsible for final decisions on civil and criminal matters.