Judicial packages prepared to introduce significant amendments to the legal system in Turkey are among the regulations closely monitored by citizens and the legal community. Long debated in the public eye, 12th Judicial Package, is currently on the agenda as a comprehensive study expected to include new regulations particularly concerning criminal law, the criminal responsibility of minors, financial transactions, interest rates, and judicial proceedings.

Therefore, among the most researched topics by citizens recently are "Is There an Amnesty in the 12th Judicial Package?", "When Will the 12th Judicial Package Be Released?", and "Has the 12th Judicial Package Been Enacted?" questions are included.

At the current stage, the 12th Judicial Package has not yet been enacted into law. Work is ongoing, and the relevant regulations are expected to come to the agenda once the Grand National Assembly of Turkey reconvenes following the summer recess. In line with the parliamentary calendar, the regulation is anticipated to be debated and enter the enactment process particularly during the month of October .

In this article, the regulations brought to the agenda within the scope of the 12th Judicial Package, significant amendments concerning citizens, and frequently asked questions are explained in detail.

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Has the 12th Judicial Package Been Enacted?

Intensely researched by the public, “Has the 12th Judicial Package been enacted?” The answer to the question is currently no.

12. The Judicial Package has not yet been adopted by the TBMM and entered into force. Work on the package is ongoing, and new regulations in various fields are being evaluated.

While judicial packages are being prepared, not only a single statutory amendment, but also numerous topics regarding criminal law, civil law, enforcement law, procedural law, and issues arising in practice may be addressed.

Therefore, amendments may be made to the regulations while they are in the draft stage.

12. The finalized provisions of the Judicial Package will be clearly announced after being submitted to Parliament and published in the Official Gazette.

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When Will the 12th Judicial Package Be Enacted?

One of the most frequently asked questions by citizens is “When will the 12th Judicial Package be enacted?” is the question.

In accordance with the current calendar, the Grand National Assembly of Turkey is expected to reconvene following the summer recess. During this process, it is anticipated that the regulation will be placed on the parliamentary agenda and debated.

In this context, the 12th Judicial Package It is expected to be brought to the agenda of the Parliament in October and the legislative process is anticipated to begin.

However, due to the legislative review processes, committee works, and the General Assembly stages of the bill, the exact effective date will only be determined after the official process is completed.

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Is There an Amnesty in the 12th Judicial Package?

One of the most frequently asked questions recently is:

"Is there an amnesty in the 12th Judicial Package?"

is the question.

Within the scope of current statements and draft studies, it is not yet finalized whether the 12th Judicial Package will contain a general amnesty provision.

Although judicial packages are occasionally evaluated by the public as "amnesty", not every regulation directly implies a reduction in sentence or release.

Whether a regulation qualifies as an amnesty can only be understood once the text of the law is finalized.

Therefore, at this stage:

• There is no such regulation as a general amnesty having been enacted.
• Studies are being conducted on certain amendments regarding criminal law.
• Final provisions will emerge after the parliamentary process is completed.

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Will the 12th Judicial Package Include Regulations for Those Who Allow Others to Use Their IBAN?

12. One of the most debated topics among the public within the scope of the Judicial Package is the practice of allowing others to use IBANs and the related regulations.

Recently, serious legal and criminal issues have arisen, particularly for individuals who open their bank accounts for use by others.

In practice, some individuals allow third parties to use their personal bank accounts, which can lead to investigations regarding fraud, illegal money transfers, or various other types of crimes.

Therefore, regarding the act of allowing IBAN usage, which is considered to cause significant grievances among the public, new regulations are expected to be introduced.

With the new regulation;

• the liability of individuals who permit the use of their bank accounts will be made clearer,
• deterrent provisions will be introduced to prevent such transactions,
• and the grievances arising in practice will be mitigated.

is aimed.

However, the final regulation will become clear once the final version of the bill is published.

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Provisions Regarding Children Driven to Crime (CDTC) in the 12th Judicial Package

12. One of the prominent topics brought to the agenda within the scope of the Judicial Package is Children Driven to Crime (CDTC) and the planned amendments concerning them.

The issue of the criminal liability of children is one of the areas requiring special evaluation in terms of criminal law.

Under the current system, different sentencing provisions apply to children due to their minority. However, various public discussions persist, particularly regarding children involved in serious offenses.

In this context, the new regulation is expected to address;

• increasing the criminal liability of CDTCs,
• implementing different evaluations for certain types of offenses,
• establishing new mechanisms for the prevention of juvenile delinquency

and similar topics.

The purpose of the regulation is not merely punishment, but also the establishment of a balanced system for the reintegration of children into society and the prevention of crime.

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Are There Interest Regulations in the 12th Judicial Package?

12. Interest regulations that closely concern economic disputes are also on the agenda within the Judicial Package.

Amendments are expected, particularly to bring statutory interest rates into alignment with current economic conditions.

In the draft studies;

• redetermining the statutory interest rate,
• establishing a new system linked to the rediscount advance interest rate

are stated to be under consideration.

In this context, studies are expected to be conducted to readjust the statutory interest rate to equal 80% of the rediscount advance interest amount .

This amendment, in particular;

• debt collection lawsuits,
• compensation files,
• commercial disputes,
• enforcement proceedings

may produce significant consequences.

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Opportunity to Attend Preliminary Examination Hearings via E-Hearing

12. Certain procedural amendments concerning civil litigation are also on the agenda within the scope of the Judicial Package.

One of these is the regulation regarding the possibility of attending preliminary examination hearings through the electronic hearing system.

Thanks to the e-hearing application;

• parties,
• legal representatives,
• attorneys

will be able to attend hearings without physically going to court.

This regulation aims to conduct proceedings more swiftly and effectively.

It is particularly targeted at reducing time and cost losses for parties located in different cities.

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The Interval Between Hearings Shall Not Exceed 3 Months

12. Another significant regulation aimed at expediting judicial proceedings within the scope of the Judicial Package pertains to hearing intervals.

As one of the planned amendments, it is anticipated that a regulation will be introduced such that the interval between two hearings shall not exceed 3 months.

With this regulation;

• preventing the unnecessary prolongation of lawsuits,
• strengthening the right to a trial within a reasonable time,
• ensuring courts operate more effectively

is aimed.

This amendment is expected to yield significant consequences, particularly regarding protracted civil and criminal proceedings.

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What Other Regulations Will Be Included in the 12th Judicial Package?

12. The Judicial Package does not consist solely of the aforementioned topics.

As work is ongoing, the package is expected to include;

• criminal law,
• civil proceedings,
• enforcement and bankruptcy law,
• acceleration of judicial processes,
• resolution of practical issues

and other new regulations in various fields.

Upon finalization of the bill and its submission to the Parliament, all articles will be explained in detail.

12. New developments and finalized regulations regarding the Judicial Package will be shared promptly on our website.

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Conclusion: When Will the 12th Judicial Package Become Law?

To summarize;

• The 12th Judicial Package has not been enacted yet.
• Work is still ongoing.
• It is expected to come to the agenda upon the reopening of the Parliament following the summer recess.
• Parliamentary discussions are anticipated to commence tentatively in October.
• Important amendments are expected regarding the use of IBANs, SSÇ (child driven to crime) regulations, interest rate modifications, e-hearings, and litigation periods.
• The final regulations shall enter into force upon publication in the Official Gazette.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Has the 12th Judicial Package been enacted?

No. The 12th Judicial Package has not yet been enacted into law. Legislative works are ongoing.

When will the 12th Judicial Package be enacted?

The current expectation is that the regulation will be brought to the agenda in October, upon the reopening of the Parliament following the summer recess.

Is there an amnesty in the 12th Judicial Package?

There is no finalized general amnesty regulation at this stage.

Will penalties be introduced for those who allow others to use their IBANs?

Regulations aimed at increasing the liability of individuals who allow others to use their IBAN accounts are on the agenda.

What is the juvenile support seeker (SSÇ) regulation?

New regulations regarding the criminal responsibility of children driven to crime are planned to be introduced.

Will interest rates change?

The reorganization of statutory interest rates and the establishment of a new system linked to the rediscount advance interest rate are on the agenda.

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