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ARTICLE · 12 AUGUST 2026

The 12th Judicial Package Enters Into Force

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Turkey's Laws No. 7589 and 7590 introduce sweeping reforms to civil and criminal procedure, administrative litigation, and judicial practice. From revised auction procedures for inherited properties to expanded single-judge jurisdiction and new rules on genetic data protection, these amendments fundamentally reshape how legal proceedings are conducted and remedies are pursued across Turkish courts.

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Significant Amendments to Civil and Criminal Legislation Introduced by Laws No. 7589 and 7590

Laws No. 7589 and 7590, published in the Official Gazette dated 31 July 2026 and numbered 33326, introduce significant amendments across a wide range of legal areas, including the judicial system, civil and criminal procedure, administrative litigation, and the law of obligations.

While Law No. 7589 aims to ensure the more effective conduct of judicial proceedings, reorganize legal remedies, and expand electronic applications; Law No. 7590 sets forth regulations regarding public administration and practice across various statutes.

This newsletter summarizes the prominent changes in practice and their potential impacts.

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