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Criminal Defense Lawyer – İlksoy Law Office

Criminal Defense Lawyer – İlksoy Law Office

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Criminal Defense Lawyer – İlksoy Law Office

A criminal defense lawyer is a legal professional who specializes in defending individuals accused of the most serious crimes under Turkish Criminal Law. At İlksoy Law Office, we provide strategic and effective legal representation in criminal courts, ensuring that our clients are supported through every stage of the legal process.

What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Do?

Criminal cases handled in high criminal courts generally involve serious offenses punishable by ten years or more in prison. In such cases, a defense lawyer not only protects the client’s rights but also analyzes legal procedures in detail, examines evidence, and develops a defense strategy aimed at securing acquittal, sentence reduction, or the lightest possible penalty.

Key responsibilities of a criminal defense attorney include:

  • Carefully analyzing the case file

  • Collecting and presenting evidence in court

  • Protecting the client’s rights and initiating legal action in case of violations

  • Managing the trial process from beginning to end

  • Filing appeals to higher courts when necessary

How to Become a Criminal Lawyer?

To become a criminal defense lawyer in Turkey, one must graduate from a law faculty and complete the required legal internship. However, having a diploma alone is not enough—this field requires deep legal expertise and extensive courtroom experience. At İlksoy Law Office, our attorneys have years of proven experience in criminal law and trial advocacy.

What Is Criminal Law?

Criminal law is a branch of public law that regulates crimes and penalties with the aim of protecting social order and individual rights. It consists of two main categories:

  • General Criminal Law: Covers core concepts such as the elements of a crime and sentencing.

  • Special Criminal Law: Defines specific crimes such as murder, theft, and fraud.

Cases Handled by Criminal Lawyers

At İlksoy Law Office, we provide legal services in a wide range of serious criminal cases, including:

  • Premeditated Homicide

  • Sexual Assault and Child Abuse

  • Drug Manufacturing and Trafficking

  • Human Trafficking

  • Torture and Ill-Treatment

  • Fraudulent Bankruptcy

  • Crimes Against State Security

  • Aggravated Theft and Fraud

  • Forgery of Official Documents

  • Bribery and Embezzlement

Sentences in High Criminal Courts

Crimes handled by high criminal courts often involve severe penalties. Some common sentences include:

  • Aggravated Life Imprisonment: Imprisonment for life under strict conditions.

  • Life Imprisonment: Lifetime incarceration.

  • Fixed-Term Imprisonment: Sentences ranging from one month to twenty years or more, depending on the offense.

Why Work With a Criminal Defense Lawyer?

Criminal cases are serious legal matters that directly affect an individual’s freedom. A poorly managed defense may result in irreparable consequences. Working with an experienced criminal lawyer ensures that every legal option is explored and your rights are fully protected.

At İlksoy Law Office, we stand not only for justice, but also for your personal rights and freedoms.

We Serve at Kartal, Çağlayan, and Bakırköy Courthouses

Our law firm provides criminal defense services at the most active courthouses in Istanbul:

  • Anatolian Courthouse (Kartal)

  • Istanbul Courthouse (Çağlayan)

  • Bakırköy Courthouse

We offer legal consultancy and case representation throughout Istanbul in all areas of criminal law.