The Legal Framework of Alcohol Consumption in Turkey

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The legal framework of alcohol consumption in Turkey is multifaceted and governed by various laws and regulations. This study provides an in-depth analysis of the legal aspects surrounding alcohol consumption in Turkey. It delves into the constitutional, legislative, and regulatory dimensions concerning the production, sale, advertisement, and consumption of alcoholic beverages. The study highlights key [...]

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    Published inMedicolegal Aspect of Alcohol
    First Page165
    Last Page175
    DOIhttps://doi.org/10.69860/nobel.9786053359487.10
    Page Count11
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    The legal framework of alcohol consumption in Turkey is multifaceted and governed by various laws and regulations. This study provides an in-depth analysis of the legal aspects surrounding alcohol consumption in Turkey. It delves into the constitutional, legislative, and regulatory dimensions concerning the production, sale, advertisement, and consumption of alcoholic beverages. The study highlights key provisions from the Turkish Constitution and relevant laws, such as the Law on Regulation of Tobacco, Tobacco Products and Alcohol Market, governing the production and sale of alcohol. Additionally, it examines the prohibition on advertising alcoholic beverages and the imposition of age, time, and place limitations on their sale. The legal consequences of alcohol consumption, including its impact on criminal liability and disciplinary offenses, are thoroughly explored. Moreover, the study addresses specific legal provisions related to alcohol consumption in the workplace, driving under the influence, and its implications in family law and violence prevention. Overall, this comprehensive analysis sheds light on the intricate legal framework surrounding alcohol consumption in Turkey, emphasizing the importance of regulatory measures to mitigate its adverse effects on individuals and society.

    Ali Kemal Yildiz (Author)
    Professor, Türkisch-Deutsche Universität
    https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6585-1656
    3Prof. Dr. Ali Kemal Yıldız graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Law in 1988 and completed his master’s degree in 1993. He earned his doctorate in 2002, became an associate professor in 2009, and was appointed as a professor in 2015. With scholarships from DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst), TÜBİTAK, and the Max-Planck Institute, he conducted his thesis research at the Max-Planck Institute in Germany. Since 1989, Prof. Dr. Yıldız has been an active academic at Istanbul University, Yeditepe University, Bahçeşehir University, and Istanbul Commerce University Law Faculties. Currently, he is a faculty member and the Dean of the Faculty of Law at Turkish-German University. With over 30 years of experience, Prof. Dr. Yıldız specializes in Criminal Law, Constitutional Court Individual Application, European Court of Human Rights Individual Application, and Administrative Law. He also teaches and mentors law students and conducts extensive academic research. Proficient in Turkish, English, and German, Prof. Dr. Yıldız is renowned for his contributions to legal scholarship and has published numerous research papers in various peer-reviewed journals.

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