content tagged with Enver Aydemir

ECtHR Rules in Favor of Conscientious Objector Aydemir

ECtHR Rules in Favor of Conscientious Objector Aydemir

ECtHR passing a sentence on the trial of conscientious objector Aydemir refusing to do military service due to his religious belief, has ruled that Turkey had violated Article 3 of the convention prohibiting torture, and "inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment" and convicted Turkey to 18,000 compensation payment.

"Our New-Born Babies did not Wear Uniforms"

"Our New-Born Babies did not Wear Uniforms"

The fourth hearing of the "Everybody is born as a baby" trial against Savda, Aydemir and Atak, supporters of conscientious objector Aydemir, was held on 14 December. The defendants' request to consult a gynaecologist on the topic was dismissed.

16 December 2011 Ekin Karaca

Gynaecologist Requested as Expert in Conscientious Objection Trial

CONSCIENTOUS OBJECTION

Gynaecologist Requested as Expert in Conscientious Objection Trial

The five defendants tried for having supported conscientious objector Enver Aydemir appeared before the court at their third hearing in Eskişehir on 6 October. Lawyer Doğanoğlu reiterated his request to call a gynaecologist for an expert opinion.

7 October 2011 Işıl Cinmen

Torture Suspect Officers Not Attended the Enver Aydemir Trial

Torture Suspect Officers Not Attended the Enver Aydemir Trial

Colonel M.Ö. and petty officer İ.S., who are on trial with charges of torturing Enver Aydemir, a conscientious objector that was taken into custody on December 24, 2009 and arrested, did not come to the hearing. Aydemir’s lawyers challenged the court arguing that it lacks fair trial standards.

5 July 2011 Ekin Karaca

Conscientious Objector's Relatives Also Persecuted

Conscientious Objector's Relatives Also Persecuted

Five people stand trial in Eskişehir on charges of "alienating the public from military service" on the grounds of their support for conscientious objector Enver Aydemir. Aydemir's father and his lawyer are among the defendants.

25 January 2011 Emir Çelik

Torture Case - Colonel's Hand "Slipped"

CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTION

Torture Case - Colonel's Hand "Slipped"

Colonel Özmen, tried for alleged torture of conscientious objector Aydemir, said in his defence: "I am a human being, I may have cursed. I held him by the shoulders to lead him out of the room, maybe my hand slipped across his face".

24 September 2010 Berivan Tapan

Supporters of Conscientious Objector Convicted

Supporters of Conscientious Objector Convicted

Ankara Prosecutor Karakuş demanded the acquittal of 19 defendants who were tried for supporting conscientious objector Aydemir. Yet, one defendant received a prison sentence of 1.5 years, three defendants were each sentenced to six months in jail.

18 June 2010 Burçin Belge

15 Months of Military Service or 3 Years of Torture!

CONSCIENTIOS OBJECTOR FREE

15 Months of Military Service or 3 Years of Torture!

Conscientious objector Aydemir was relaeased upon an "incapability report". His lawyer criticized that the legislation lacks provisions on conscientious objection. Turkey is one of three countries of the European Council that does not recognize the right to conscientious objection.

11 June 2010 Erhan Üstündağ

Conscientious Objector in Jail, his Supporters on Trial

Conscientious Objector in Jail, his Supporters on Trial

Enver Aydemir, conscientious objector for religious reasons, has been treated as a "deserter" for about three years now. His lawyers stated a lack of authority of the military court. The court declined their request and sentenced Aydemir to ten months imprisonment.

5 April 2010 Erol Önderoğlu

Disciplinary Fine for Detained Conscientious Objector Aydemir

Disciplinary Fine for Detained Conscientious Objector Aydemir

The Eskişehir Military Court imposed a one-month disciplinary fine on conscientious objector Enver Aydemir because of his refusal to wear prison clothes and disobedience of orders. Aydemir is not allowed for one month to see anybody else but his lawyer.

11 February 2010 Bawer Çakır

Torture Allegations by Conscientious Objector Aydemir

FREEDOM FOR CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTOR AYDEMİR

Torture Allegations by Conscientious Objector Aydemir

Conscientious objector Enver Aydemir claims that he was exposed to torture and maltreatment in prison for refusing to wear military clothes. Aydemir started a hunger strike to express his protest. His wife, his father and lawyer Yılmaz filed a criminal complaint.

30 December 2009 Bawer Çakır