The process varies depending on the cloud data location; Mapping from the beginning is necessary.
Location map
- AWS Istanbul: Turkish authority.
- AWS Frankfurt: EU MLAT (fast).
- AWS USA: USA MLAT (slow).
Authority path
- Local: direct IAM authorized.
- Overseas: MLAT.
- Urgent: local representative.
Frequently asked
My backup is Frankfurt; How long?
2-6 weeks MLAT.
Microsoft Türkiye data center?
Yes; some services.
What if the cloud provider rejects our log request?
MLAT + court injunction.
Relevant legislation
- HMK art.199-205 — Presentation of documents and evidence.
- HMK art.400-405 — Determination; with witness / expert.
- CMK art.134 — Computer search, copying; hash chain.
- TCK art.243-245 — Computer crimes, digital evidence chain.
- e-Signature Law (5070) — Electronic signature and time stamp.
Legal notice: This article is for general information purposes; A meeting with a lawyer is required for a concrete case.