ARTICLE · 23 MAY 2017

Law On Protection Of Personal Data Is Effective Now: Are We Ready?

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Law on Protection of Personal Data (the "Law") has come into force following its publication in the Official Gazette of Turkey on 7th of April 2016.

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Introduction

Law on Protection of Personal Data (the "Law") has come into force following its publication in the Official Gazette of Turkey on 7th of April 2016. The Law sets forth important rules applicable to real persons and legal entities handling personal information.

Please find below a Q&A document, which aims to inform you on the rules adopted by the Law, the penalties and fines for non-compliance with the Law, and the necessary steps towards getting your organization compliant with the Law.

Background

Turkish Constitution and certain laws, such as Turkish Criminal Code, included certain general rules about personal data and its process before the adoption of the Law.

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