30 Years in Prison, Freedom Delayed Again: Case Heads to Top Court

A prisoner in Turkey, identified only by the surname Yıldırım, has had his provisional release postponed for a third time after 30 years behind bars. His lawyers have now appealed to the Constitutional Court (AYM). They are challenging a recent decision by the Administrative Supervision Board (İdare Gözlem Kurulu), a body that oversees parole and release conditions. The legal team has formally requested Yıldırım's provisional release. This type of release is a conditional measure, often granted before a final parole decision. The appeal argues that the repeated delays violate fundamental rights. The Constitutional Court will review whether the board's actions were lawful and justified. This case highlights ongoing legal debates in Turkey about long-term imprisonment and the rights of inmates eligible for release.