What Is a Restraining Order? 6284 Application, Breach and Extension

A restraining order under Law 6284 is an emergency safety measure issued by family-court judges or, briefly, by law enforcement and then approved by a family-court judge to protect persons who suffer or risk violence. It aims to stop not only physical assaults but also verbal insult, economic pressure, psychological harassment and stalking.

The aim is not only domestic violence in a narrow sense. Any threat that makes daily life fearful may qualify — post-separation stalking, constant calls and messages, workplace harassment or pressure through social circles. The law does not require cohabitation; what matters is that safety is at risk. Orders may cover ex-spouses, former partners or persons with no marital bond.

The victim should describe events clearly. Threat messages, social-media chats, call logs, witness accounts or medical reports may be added. In practice protection is often granted on the victim’s account alone; delay can heighten danger, so the law prioritises swift protection. Apply at the nearest police or gendarmerie station, directly to the family court or to the public prosecutor. In urgent risk, law enforcement can impose temporary measures quickly. Applications are free — no fees or costs. Lack of a medical report, camera footage or witnesses alone does not mean refusal. The judge may act on the account and risk level; available evidence strengthens the case. Decisions can often be issued the same day. • Police / gendarmerie, family court or prosecutor • Application is free (no fees) • Evidence not mandatory; account may suffice • Same-day decision often possible

Normally the family-court judge has authority. In urgent cases where delay is risky, police or gendarmerie commanders may issue a temporary protection order; it must be submitted for judicial approval within 24 hours and lapses if not approved. Approaching despite the ban, constant messaging, threats, social-media harassment or pressure through third parties counts as breach. First breach: 3–10 days coercive imprisonment; repeat: 15–30 days; up to 6 months in total. It cannot be converted to a fine or suspended and is recorded as coercive (tazyik) imprisonment.

Initially the order is usually for up to 6 months. If danger continues, apply to the family court for extension before expiry; protection can be renewed as needed. Law 6284 is a key mechanism to prevent violence and protect victims before harm escalates. In Ankara, Karınca Law Firm in Çankaya recommends support for 6284 applications and breach proceedings. • Initial term usually up to 6 months • Extend before expiry if danger continues • Police temporary order → judge approval within 24 hours • Breach → coercive imprisonment; not convertible to a fine