Turkish law topic · 6 articles
Evidence and Burden of Proof
The burden of proof generally lies with the party asserting the facts giving rise to the right it claims. Evidence is conclusive (deeds, oath, final judgment) or discretionary (witnesses, experts, inspection); legal transactions above a set monetary threshold must be proven by deed, and witness evidence against a deed is barred.
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Foreign public documents used in Turkish proceedings may need apostille, legalisation, sworn translation and procedural review.
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Related Legislation
- Code of Civil Procedure, Art. 187
- Code of Civil Procedure, Art. 190
- Code of Civil Procedure, Art. 200
- Code of Civil Procedure, Art. 201
Topic Map
- Subtopics
- Witness EvidenceExpert Examination in Civil Proceedings
- Considered together with
- Claim for Wedding Gold and Jewellery
- Procedural links
- Contested Divorce in Türkiye
- Related topics
- Simulated Transactions under Turkish LawCommercial Books and RecordsExpert Examination in Civil ProceedingsSearch and SeizureDecision of Non-ProsecutionRemoval of Objection Before the Enforcement CourtCommercial Books and RecordsProcedural Requirements for Civil Actions
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