A fundraising campaign to resolve a complex legal situation in Turkey
Michael is currently facing a complex legal situation in Turkey that has resulted in his detention and a government-issued travel ban.
Although he has sufficient assets and financial resources, he is unable to access his own funds due to legal restrictions and banking verification requirements.
This situation has left a financially capable individual unable to use his own money or resolve his legal obligations.
- Subject to ongoing legal proceedings in Turkey
- Under a government-issued travel restriction preventing him from leaving the country
- Unable to access bank accounts due to mandatory in-person identity verification requirements in Canada
- Court-ordered fine: USD 370,000 (≈ 13 million THB)
- Potential consequence: up to 26 years imprisonment if unresolved
This is not just a financial issue.
It is a situation where legal and procedural barriers have created a deadlock, preventing access to funds and the ability to resolve a court-ordered obligation.
The result is prolonged legal uncertainty despite the existence of sufficient financial resources
This campaign has been created to support efforts to resolve Michael’s situation. Funds raised will be used for:
- Payment of the court-ordered fine
- Legal assistance and representation
- Efforts to lift travel restrictions
- Support for resolving banking and identity verification requirements
- Facilitating steps toward case resolution and return to normal legal status
All funds will be used strictly for the purposes stated above.
Updates on progress and developments will be shared as the situation evolves.