Introduction Statutory law alone is often insufficient to fully define the scope of criminal liability in drug-related offenses. In Turkey, Yargıtay plays a crucial role in interpreting and applying the provisions of the Turkish Penal Code. Its decisions guide lower courts and ensure consistency in judicial practice. This article analyzes how Yargıtay decisions influence the […]
Introduction Drug trafficking represents a major threat to public health and security, and it is therefore subject to strict regulation under Turkish criminal law. However, statutory provisions alone are not sufficient to fully define the scope and application of this offense. Judicial decisions, particularly those of Yargıtay, play a decisive role in interpreting legal provisions […]
Introduction The legal distinction between drug use and drug trafficking plays a decisive role in the Turkish criminal justice system. Given the significant differences in sanctions, accurately classifying an act as either personal use or trafficking is essential for ensuring justice and proportionality. Turkish law adopts a dual approach by treating drug users as individuals […]