Articles & Practical Legal Information
Discount in North Cyprus transfer tax for non-citizens
Starting from 30 May 2020 and until the end of 2020 the transfer tax for first time foreign buyers are reduced to only 1% if
Traveling to North Cyprus – Changes in Regulations
The North Cyprus Council of Ministers have announced on 29 May 2020 the new travel regulations to North Cyprus, as follows: The TRNC citizens who have permanent
Relaxation of Coronavirus Restrictions in North Cyprus
The North Cyprus Council of Ministers have announced the relaxation of covid-19 restrictions on 14 May 2020. The translation of these regulations are as follows:
Restraining Orders: Extensive Powers Given to the Court
The amendments done to the 1/1998 Family (Marriage Divorce) Law a few years ago, among other things, gave considerable powers to the court to protect
DNA Testing in Affiliation Orders for Children Born Out of Lawful Wedlock
The mother of the child, who was born out of wedlock, may apply to the court for an affiliation order, which would compel the father
Right of the Family Members to Participate in Coroner’s Inquest
If somebody has died either a violent or unnatural death or has died suddenly due to an unknown cause, the court may hold inquests pursuant
Procedure of Bail Application
The court has the right to remand the person in custody for a limited duration or set the person free with any, some or all
The Fine Print in Insurance Policies
When the insurance companies are advertising their insurance policies, such as insurance for theft, fire, water damage, riots, lock out or other risks, on the
Procedure of Remand in Custody
An arrested person/suspect, can be held by the police for a maximum amount of 24 hours, from the time of initial arrest. If the police
Legal Rights of a Person Under Arrest or Being Questioned
It is of utmost importance for a police officer to respect the legal rights of a person who is being questioned or under arrest. A