Systemic Judicial Crisis and Human Rights Violations in Turkmenistan

OFFICIAL SUMMARY Human Rights Platform of the Civic Movement DAYANÇ / Turkmenistan I. General Legal Position The Human Rights Platform DAYANÇ identifies a systemic crisis of justice and public administration in Turkmenistan, manifested in: loss of public trust in the judicial system; absence of effective judicial protection; widespread corruption practices; inactivity of state institutions in cases of human rights violations. These circumstances contradict both the Constitution of Turkmenistan and the country’s international obligations. II. Violations of the Constitution of Turkmenistan The appeals of citizens indicate violations of the following constitutional principles: the right to judicial protection; equality of citizens before the law and the court; the obligation of the state to protect human rights and freedoms; the principle of the rule of law; accountability of state authorities to the people. The lack of genuine case consideration, the ignoring of citizens’ appeals, and the absence of fair judicial decisions demonstrate systemic non-compliance with these principles. III. Violations of International Law Turkmenistan is a party to: the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights; the United Nations Convention against Corruption. The documented facts contradict the following international standards: the right to an effective remedy; the right to a fair trial; the obligation of the state to prevent corruption; the principle of accountability of authorities to society. IV. Key Issues Reflected in the Appeals 1. Judicial System Lack of independence and impartiality. Ignoring citizens’ appeals. Absence of effective decisions. Widespread public belief in corruption-based judicial outcomes. 2. Real Estate Sector Numerous cases of fraud. Absence of state regulation over real estate agents. Inaction of law enforcement authorities. Lack of protection for affected citizens. 3. State Responsibility State institutions fail to fulfill their fundamental duty to protect citizens’ rights, leading to a loss of trust in public authorities. V. Legal Demands (Within the Framework of Law) The Human Rights Platform DAYANÇ confirms the legitimacy and justification of the following citizens’ demands: conducting independent and transparent investigations; holding responsible persons accountable in accordance with the law; restoration of violated rights; ensuring real access to justice; strengthening state oversight and accountability; protecting citizens’ rights to housing, security, and property. All demands are based on constitutional and international legal norms. VI. Legal Assessment From the perspective of international law and constitutional order: the state bears direct responsibility for the inaction of its authorities; systemic corruption qualifies as a violation of human rights; the absence of legal protection constitutes an institutional violation of rights and freedoms. VII. Conclusion The Human Rights Platform of the Civic Movement DAYANÇ / Turkmenistan considers these appeals to be: a lawful, justified, and legitimate demand of citizens for the restoration of justice, legality, and state accountability to its people. The Platform emphasizes that sustainable state development is possible only through respect for human rights, an independent judiciary, and genuine accountability of authorities to society.