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Asset Freezing Practices in Türkiye

The report shows that, under Law No. 6415 and Presidential Decision No. 2021/1, the asset-freezing mechanism has moved away from being a preventive measure and has effectively turned into a tool of punishment, as the “reasonable grounds” requirement has been emptied of substance and judicial remedies remain uncertain. It argues that this practice undermines the right to property, the right to a fair trial and the guarantees of an effective remedy. As a solution, the report recommends clearer reasoning, time limits, regular review, and clarification of both administrative and judicial oversight.

Asset Freezing Practices in Türkiye