What does AIHM mean in TURKISH

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) is an international court set up to protect and enforce the human rights protected by the European Convention on Human Rights. It's a unique organisation which has jurisdiction over 47 countries in Europe – it's the only court that works across multiple countries. It hears cases from individuals and from certain organisations, like non-governmental organisations (NGOs), who feel their rights have been violated by a government or public authority within one of its member states.

Any individual or group of individuals who believe they have had one or more of their rights under the European Convention on Human Rights violated by a government or public authority can make an application to the ECHR. This includes complaints against decisions taken by governments at national, regional or local level, as well as complaints against international organisations if they fall within the ECHR’s jurisdiction.

First, applicants must submit an application form along with any other evidence they may have to support their claim. This information is then sent to the appropriate government for review and comment. If a case is deemed admissible, it will be referred to a Chamber of seven judges for consideration and adjudication.

It varies depending on the complexity of each individual case, but generally, it takes between 18-24 months for cases to be processed by both parties and receive a judgement from the court. However, this can change significantly if either party decides to appeal or if there are complex factors at play that require further investigation.

Legal representation is not required when making an application; however applicants do have access to assistance through legal aid programmes in some countries. Additionally, applicants may seek advice from NGOs who specialize in human rights matters and provide free services such as advice, referrals and support throughout proceedings.

After winning a case at the ECHR, applicants are typically awarded either monetary damages or what's called 'just satisfaction', which implies that something else needs to be done in order for justice to be served—for example, restoring citizenship status, reinstating employment or releasing those imprisoned unlawfully.

Judgments made at first instance may be appealed through applying for further examination before Chamber judgments become final by passing into 'res judicata'. Applicants can apply for full re-examination of their cases before Higher Courts following unsuccessful appeals on points of law.