Esenyurt Mayor Ahmet Özer's request for release was denied by the Istanbul 1st Criminal Court of Peace. His lawyer, Hüseyin Ersöz, stated that there were serious issues with the court's decision, highlighting that the evaluation did not align with the content of their petition.

Ersöz pointed out that the court's decision included the phrase 'the appeal period has expired', suggesting that their petition was not read. Three separate expert reports indicate that Özer is not responsible for the charge of rigging a tender.

Ersöz announced that they would appeal both decisions, emphasizing that the lack of reasoning in the rulings casts a shadow over the right to a fair trial. Ahmet Özer's case raises questions about the effectiveness of the justice system in Turkey.

This process could be a turning point not only for Ahmet Özer but for all political figures in Turkey. The fight for justice and the rule of law continues.