Category: Legal News

This section serves as a dynamic platform where visitors can stay informed about the latest developments and trends in the legal landscape of Turkey. From legislative updates and landmark court decisions to shifts in regulatory policies, this section offers a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of noteworthy events. Whether you’re a legal professional, a business leader, or simply curious about legal matters, the “Legal News” section provides a curated feed of relevant information, ensuring you’re well-equipped to understand the ever-evolving world of law and its potential impact on various sectors.

Curfew and New Restrictions

01

Dec2020

Full Weekend Curfew and New Restrictions in Turkey

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Turkey has been announced new restrictions including curfews on weekdays and full lockdowns over weekends to combat the spread of the coronavirus. (Ministry of Interior, General Directorate of Provincial Administration, Number: E-89780865-153-20076, Date: 30/11/2020) Due to the continued rise in the number of coronavirus cases, the following restrictions to curb the spread of ... More Information
1 December 2020Admin
Tightening of regulations for social media in Turkey

23

Jul2020

Tightening regulations of social media in Turkey

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Turkey’s parliament passed a law regulating social media on 28'th July 2020. The law tightening regulations of social media in Turkey was submitted to the Parliament on 21'st July 2020. The new legislation would force social media companies with more than one million daily users in Turkey -such as Twitter, ... More Information
23 July 2020Admin
International Arrest Warrant

20

Jul2020

International Arrest Warrant to Turkey for the Murder

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Suspect wanted over murder of Gareth Hutch ‘lifted in Turkey’ after gardai sent international warrant for the murder of Gareth Hutch.  Shortly before he was shot, Gareth Hutch was issued with a Garda Information Message that there was a threat to his life. Gareth Hutch was shot dead in Dublin on Tuesday 24 May 2016. Jail ... More Information
20 July 2020Admin
Hagia Sophia: Turkish court ruling

15

Jul2020

Hagia Sophia: Turkish court ruling

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A top Turkish court had ruled the 1934 conversion of the Hagia Sophia into a museum to be unlawful. After the announcement, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey on Friday issued a decree ordering the Hagia Sophia, a majestic 65,000-square-foot stone structure from the sixth century in Istanbul, to be opened ... More Information
15 July 2020Admin

21

May2020

Large Fine for Breach of Personal Data Protection

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In a recent decision published on the 7th of May 2020, the Turkish Data Protection Board imposed two administrative fines on Amazon Turkey Perakende Hizmetleri Limited Şirketi : ·  1,100,000 TL for not taking adequate technical and administrative measures to ensure the appropriate level of data security, ·  100,000 TL for not fulfilling the requirements for informing ... More Information
21 May 2020Admin

08

May2020

Turkey is suing for the return of the Female Idol of Kiliya

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The Republic of Turkey sues in U.S. Court! Turkey is suing for the return of the Female Idol of Kiliya which it says was illegally excavated in the 1960’s. Turkey seeks return of female figurine from Chalcolithic Era. The Republic of Turkey has brought suit in United States District Court for ... More Information
8 May 2020Admin

08

May2020

Turkey charges pilots, others, over ex-Nissan chief’s escape

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Turkish prosecutors have charged four pilots, an airline company official and two flight attendants for their alleged roles in former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn’s escape from Japan to Turkey and from there to Beirut. Ghosn, who was arrested over financial misconduct allegations in Tokyo in 2018, skipped bail while awaiting trial ... More Information
8 May 2020Admin

06

May2020

US Embassy & Consulates in Turkey Updated on Covid 19

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Updated: May 6, 2020 New Update Turkish Airlines has indicated it plans to operate four direct flights to the United States next week. These would be commercially-operated flights, NOT U.S. government-operated, and only the airline will be able to advise regarding ticket conditions (ability to take pets, luggage allowances, etc.). If you intend ... More Information
6 May 2020Admin

14

Apr2020

Turkey to free thousands of prisoners

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Turkey’s parliament on Tuesday passed a law that will allow the release of tens of thousands of prisoners to ease overcrowding in jails and protect detainees from the coronavirus, but which critics slam for excluding those jailed on terrorism charges. President Tayyip Erdogan’s AK Party and nationalist MHP allies supported the ... More Information
14 April 2020Admin

14

Apr2020

Turkey Seeks Power to Control Social Media

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Not content with simply cracking down on individuals for critical social media posts, Turkey is now intent on using the COVID-19 crisis as a pretext to exert direct control over social media platforms like Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook. Eight articles buried deep in a draft law on economic measures to address ... More Information
14 April 2020Admin