The 2025 Activity Report published by the Supreme Court reveals a significant increase in the number of legal cases filed in the District Courts. Last year, the number of legal cases rose by 40.59% compared to the previous year, totaling 12,324 cases. This increase is particularly noteworthy during a period of economic difficulties.
Debt-related cases make up a substantial portion of the filed lawsuits, accounting for 80% of the total. This means that nearly 9,870 of the total 12,324 legal cases fall into this category. Problematic debts and payments are among the issues that dominate the courts’ agendas.
It is reported that the number of cases seen in the District Courts in 2025 increased by 3,558 compared to the previous year, 2024. While a total of 8,766 cases were seen in 2024, this figure rose to 12,324 in 2025. This increase indicates that the judiciary system is undergoing an exceptionally busy period.
Distribution of Cases in District Courts
Banking and enforcement sales cases also hold a notable position. As of 2025, a total of 1,310 cases were opened in these categories. Additionally, there were 580 compensation cases, 392 eviction cases, 117 bounced check cases, and 53 labor cases. However, the most striking figure remains the proportion of debt-related cases.
The Nicosia District Court was recorded as the court with the highest workload in terms of the number of legal cases. In 2025, 6,518 cases were seen here, while the Famagusta District Court processed 3,414 cases and the Kyrenia District Court handled 1,522 cases.
Bounced Check Cases and Workplace Accidents
Bounced check cases were also on the court’s agenda in 2025. A total of 117 cases were opened, with most being seen in the Famagusta and Nicosia District Courts. Famagusta District Court reported 40 cases, Nicosia had 39, and various numbers of bounced check cases were recorded in other regions.
However, workplace accident cases also emerge as another interesting data point. In 2025, 53 labor cases were seen, with 20 opened in Nicosia District Court and 16 in Famagusta District Court. The intensity of these case numbers indicates that issues related to workplace safety are becoming more visible in the judiciary.
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