Paylaş: What is the Criminal Offense of Causing Zoning Pollution?
The Criminal Offense of Causing Zoning Pollution is regulated under Article 184 of the Turkish Penal Code and aims to protect the environment. It is not dependent on a complaint and is not subject to reconciliation. The offense is prosecuted by the criminal courts of first instance.
Investigation and Prosecution Process
The statute of limitations for this offense is 8 years for prosecution and 10 years for penalties. If public officials are involved, an investigation permit is required.
Illegal or Unlicensed Building Construction
Article 184/1 of the Turkish Penal Code penalizes illegal or unlicensed building construction. Individuals who engage in such construction face 1 to 5 years of imprisonment.
Utility Connections to Construction Sites
Allowing utilities (electricity, water, telephone) to unauthorized construction sites is considered the Criminal Offense of Causing Zoning Pollution.
Permitting Industrial Activity Without a Building Use Permit
Permitting industrial activity without a building use permit constitutes this offense. Granting permission suffices; the activity's commencement is not necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Under what circumstances does this offense occur?
Answer: It occurs when illegal construction is carried out, unauthorized utility connections are made, or industrial activities are permitted without a building use permit.
Question: What are the penalties?
Answer: The penalties range from 1 to 5 years of imprisonment.
Conclusion and Summary
The Criminal Offense of Causing Zoning Pollution is crucial for environmental protection and urban order. Compliance with zoning plans is mandatory to avoid criminal liability.
This article is written by Av. Hüseyin Bayar and belongs to Bayar Law Firm. Unauthorized copying is prohibited.
