One of the various types of crimes we may encounter in daily life is wounding crimes. This crime is a situation that causes significant problems in society and can have serious legal consequences. In this article, we will examine in detail the differences between simple wounding and serious wounding, which are the basic types of wounding crimes, the penalties arising from these crimes, and important points to consider.
What is the Crime of Simple Wounding?
Simple wounding is a minor injury that can be easily remedied with medical intervention and does not significantly affect a person’s daily life. For example, injuries such as a simple scratch, a small cut or a bruise can be considered within the scope of simple wounding.
Penalties: The penalty for the crime of simple wounding, as stated in the Turkish Penal Code (TCK), depends on the complaint. In other words, if the victim does not complain, a public lawsuit cannot be filed. In the event of a complaint, the perpetrator may be given a judicial fine or imprisonment of up to one month.
What is the Crime of Serious Wounding?
Serious wounding is an injury that has more serious consequences than simple wounding, significantly endangers the person’s health or can cause permanent damage. For example, injuries such as broken bones, organ damage, and permanent facial scars are considered serious injuries.
Penalties: The penalty for serious injuries varies depending on the nature of the injury. Longer prison sentences are usually imposed. In addition, the manner in which the injury was committed (e.g., use of a weapon), the identity of the victim (e.g., child, elderly) may also cause the penalty to become more severe.
