Aile İçi Cinsel İstismar Mağduru Çocukların Korunması ve Kişisel İlişki Kurma Hakkının Sınırlandırılması

Abstract

This article reviews the protection of children who are victims of domestic abuse within the scope of criminal law and civil law. The historical development of the protection measures for child victims, who are considered vulnerable, is presented by comparing international law and the situation in Turkish law. The principles of the child’s right to be heard and the child’s best interest are discussed within the context of this article. After briefly mentioning the right of the child to maintain personal relations and direct contact with both parents, it is discussed that the limitation and removal of this right depending on the existence of the allegation of domestic sexual abuse considering the judicial decisions. Recommendations have been made to ensure that children are better safeguarded.