📌 1. What Is a Commodity? In Turkish law, commodities refer to any movable goods subject to trade. Common examples include: Bringing such goods into Turkey from the U.S. without proper customs declaration, without paying import taxes, or using false documentation is classified as commodity smuggling and is considered a serious criminal offense under Turkish […]
📌 1. What Actions Constitute a Crime? Bringing alcohol or tobacco products into Turkey from the United States through unauthorized or undeclared means may constitute smuggling under Turkish criminal law. ❌ Criminalized behaviors include: 🔍 Example: Bringing more than 3 cartons of cigarettes without declaration → customs violation, possibly smuggling ⚖️ 2. Applicable Turkish Laws […]