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Criminal Law is a branch of law that directly affects individuals’ freedom, reputation, and fundamental rights.
Facing a criminal charge is not merely a judicial process but also a personal, social, and psychological test.
Therefore, even the smallest mistake made in criminal cases can lead to consequences that are difficult to repair.
At SVK Law, we stand by our clients at every stage of criminal proceedings, including investigation, prosecution, appeal, and cassation.
Our goal is to create a planned and evidence-based defense strategy that considers not only the legal aspects but also the human aspects of the process.
Criminal proceedings generally consist of three main phases:
1. Investigation Stage This stage usually begins with a complaint, a tip-off, or being caught in the act (flagrante delicto). In the investigation conducted by the prosecutor’s office, the suspect’s statement is taken, evidence is collected, and protective measures are applied if necessary. The most crucial point at this stage is obtaining attorney support while giving a statement.
2. Prosecution Stage (Trial Process) With the acceptance of the indictment, this process begins, and the individual takes on the title of “defendant.” Rights to effective defense, cross-examination of witnesses, and presentation of evidence are exercised in hearings. Every statement and piece of evidence has a significant impact on the future verdict.
3. Legal Remedies (Appeal and Cassation) Applications can be made to the Regional Court of Justice (Appeal) and the Court of Cassation (Yargıtay) against the decisions of the court of first instance. In these processes, a detailed review is conducted regarding legal errors, evaluation of evidence, and procedural compliance.
In criminal proceedings, the attorney is not just a representative but the balancing element of the pursuit of justice.
The attorney protects the client’s rights most effectively through evidence collection, statement preparation, defense strategy, and file analysis.
The right to defense begins not in the courtroom, but from the very first moment of the investigation.
Therefore, for individuals in the position of a suspect or defendant, the first step is to contact a criminal defense attorney.
As SVK Law, we have taken active roles in many different criminal files in Izmir and Bursa. Below you can find some of the most frequently encountered types of cases:
Intentional Injury, Negligent Injury
Insult, Threat, Violation of Personal Data
Theft, Fraud, Abuse of Trust
Drug Usage or Trafficking
Endangering Traffic Safety
Cybercrimes
Sexual Crimes (Handled with strict privacy)
Insulting a Public Official, Bribery, Misconduct in Office
In such cases, a special defense plan is prepared according to the nature of the incident. Each file is analyzed in terms of evidence collection, expert examination, and statement records.
Complete document submission in criminal files directly affects the course of the process. Generally, the following documents are required:
Notifications and summons to give a statement
Witness lists and contact information
Camera footage, message logs, correspondence
Medical reports, forensic medicine documents
Visual or digital evidence (photos, videos, audio recordings, etc.)
Every document must be submitted to the file in accordance with procedure; otherwise, rejection of evidence may occur.
The duration of criminal cases varies according to the type of crime, the density of evidence, the court’s workload, and the trial stage. While the process can be completed within a few months for simple crimes, complex files may take years. However, in any case, defense preparation and strategic planning can speed up the course of the case or mitigate the sentence.
No, it is not mandatory; however, having an attorney is crucial for the protection of legal rights.
It is generally limited to 24 hours; however, it can be extended up to 4 days for collective crimes.
If there is strong suspicion of a crime, a flight risk, or a possibility of tampering with evidence, the judge may issue an arrest warrant.
The claim of innocence is supported by the presentation of all evidence, witness statements, and a procedurally correct defense.
An application for Appeal and Cassation can be made; these stages ensure the re-examination of the verdict.
As SVK Law, with our Izmir-based structure supported by our Bursa office, we provide services in criminal law cases at both local and national levels.
For both our individual and corporate clients, we offer comprehensive services in:
Management of the statement-taking process
Applications to the prosecutor’s office and courts
Trial preparation and strategic defense
Preparation of appeal files
Remember: Time is very valuable in Criminal Law. Taking the right steps from the first intervention can radically change the course of the case.
Legal support in reinstatement lawsuits, severance and notice pay, overtime receivables, mobbing, work accidents, and mediation processes.
Expertise in uncontested and contested divorce, custody, alimony, matrimonial property regimes, and domestic protection orders.
Debt collection, enforcement proceedings without judgment, seizure, removal of objection, bankruptcy, and collection management.
Consultancy in estate distribution, reduction lawsuits, annulment of wills, and reserved portion cases.
Effective defense during investigation and prosecution stages; legal representation in detention, arrest, judicial control, and appeal processes.
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