Sanctions in Turkey

The Environmental Law introduces a strict no-fault liability regime for non-compliance with the law and polluting the environment. Polluters are liable for the loss occurred due to their actions, regardless of the degree of fault.

In case of a violation, the accused company may be given a reasonable time (not exceeding 1 year) to remedy the breach failing which it may face sanctions. Although most sanctions exist in the form of an administrative ine, violating the Environmental Law and its secondary legislation may also lead to criminal liability for the polluter.

For 2019, the administrative ines due to non-compliance with the Environmental Law and its secondary legislation may reach up to TRY 6,017,320 depending on the severity of the  reach. Each year, applicable administrative ine is increased pursuant to a rate announced by the President.