Turkey's 12th Judicial Reform Package introduces procedural changes

On August 5, 2026, Turkey's Law No. 7589, known as the 12th Judicial Reform Package, was published in the Official Gazette, introducing significant amendments to civil and administrative procedural laws. These reforms aim to accelerate proceedings and reduce procedural loss of rights.

Key changes include:

• Abolition of the action for an unquantified claim: The main safeguards of this action have been transferred to partial actions, streamlining the litigation process.
• Limitation of intervals between hearings: Measures have been implemented to reduce delays in court proceedings.
• Facilitation of remote participation: The reforms expand the scope for parties to participate in hearings remotely, enhancing accessibility.
• Expansion of single-judge administrative cases: More cases will be handled by single judges, aiming to expedite decisions.
• Revision of appellate and cassation review: The procedures for appeals have been updated to improve efficiency.
• Linking statutory interest rate to the Central Bank’s rediscount rate: This change aims to align interest rates with current economic conditions.

These amendments are part of Turkey's ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of its judicial system, ensuring timely justice and reducing the backlog of cases.