Turkish lawyers warn public against new penal code

Hurriyet website, Istanbul
12 Jun 05

The bar association chairmen of 13 provinces, issuing a joint
statement, have warned the public regarding “the dangers that arise
from the changes made in the new TCK [Turkish Penal Code].”

The joint statement, read by Izmir Bar Association Chairman Nevzat
Erdemir, included the following:

“With the changes that have been made, the establishment and operation
of illegal educational institutions is promoted, and the possibility
for these institutions to continue their activities is provided .”

“Should the draft become law in its current state, the way will
be opened to separatist terrorist organizations, those engaging in
missionary activities, and religious orders that want to establish
a state based on religion, and it will not be possible to prevent
structures that are contrary to the founding principles and philosophy
of the Republic of Turkey.”

From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress