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Türkiye
2015
LEOM
Parliamentary
elections
The parliament should fully implement ECtHR decisions on prisoner voting rights. Furthermore, the ban on voting rights for conscripts and cadets should be repealed to bring the Constitution in line with international obligations.
Recommendation # in final report:
4
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Voter Registration
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not implemented
Year of assessment:
2023
Final report heading:
Voter Registration
Türkiye
2015
Early election
LEOM
Parliamentary
elections
Authorities should consider a review of the eligibility requirements for candidates and the provisions on restoration of candidacy rights, to bring them in line with international obligations and good electoral practice. In addition, consideration could be given to amending the threshold to return the electoral deposit.
Recommendation # in final report:
4
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Candidate Registration
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not implemented
Year of assessment:
2023
Final report heading:
Candidate Registration
Türkiye
2015
LEOM
Parliamentary
elections
Authorities should consider review of the eligibility requirements for parliamentary candidates and the provisions on restitution of candidacy rights to bring them in line with international obligations and good electoral practice. In addition, consideration could be given to amending the provision on electoral deposits to establish a reasonable threshold for their return.
Recommendation # in final report:
5
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Candidate Registration
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Partially
Year of assessment:
2023
Final report heading:
Candidate Registration
Türkiye
2015
Early election
LEOM
Parliamentary
elections
Voters and electoral contestants should be provided with conditions that enable them to promote political platforms and debate public affairs freely and should not be subject to pressure or intimidation. Any instances and allegations of pressure or intimidation should be thoroughly investigated and, if appropriate, prosecuted by the relevant authorities.
Recommendation # in final report:
5
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Campaign
Type of change required:
Practice
Status of implementation:
Not implemented
Year of assessment:
2023
Final report heading:
Election Campaign
Türkiye
2015
LEOM
Parliamentary
elections
The legal framework should be amended to bring it in line with international obligations on freedom of expression and in accordance with Article 10 of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), authorities should refrain from undue interference into the right of freedom of expression, to hold opinions and to receive and impart information and ideas.
Recommendation # in final report:
6
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Media
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not implemented
Year of assessment:
2023
Final report heading:
Media
Türkiye
2015
Early election
LEOM
Parliamentary
elections
The legal framework should be amended to bring it in line with international obligations on freedom of expression, including the decriminalization of related offences. In addition, all media-related cases should be dealt with by the respective institutions in compliance with Article 10 of the ECHR on freedom of expression and relevant ECtHR case law.
Recommendation # in final report:
6
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Media
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not implemented
Year of assessment:
2023
Final report heading:
Media
Türkiye
2015
LEOM
Parliamentary
elections
Consideration could be given to reviewing the legal framework to have the public broadcaster, TRT, provide more editorial coverage of campaign activities and candidate programmes, in a fair and impartial manner to enhance the ability of voters to make an informed choice.
Recommendation # in final report:
7
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Media
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not implemented
Year of assessment:
2023
Final report heading:
Media
Türkiye
2015
Early election
LEOM
Parliamentary
elections
In handling disputes, the SBE should increase its efforts to exercise its authority to oversee and ensure the fairness of the electoral process. The legislation could be amended to provide the SBE with sufficient resources including legal experts, to enable it to effectively implement its responsibilities.
Recommendation # in final report:
7
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Election Dispute Resolution (EDR)
Secondary thematic area:
Legal Framework
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not implemented
Year of assessment:
2023
Final report heading:
Complaints and Appeals
Türkiye
2015
LEOM
Parliamentary
elections
To provide for an effective means of redress, the Constitution and legislation should be amended to provide a right to judicial review of SBE decisions in a timely manner.
Recommendation # in final report:
8
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Election Dispute Resolution (EDR)
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not implemented
Year of assessment:
2023
Final report heading:
Complaints and Appeals
Türkiye
2015
Early election
LEOM
Parliamentary
elections
To provide for an effective means of redress, the Constitution and legislation should be amended to establish a right to judicial review of SBE decisions and inactions. Appropriate deadlines to address election-related disputes should be established to ensure timely remedy. In addition, the Constitutional Court should have jurisdiction in cases against the SBE concerning alleged violations of fundamental rights and freedoms.
Recommendation # in final report:
8
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Election Dispute Resolution (EDR)
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not implemented
Year of assessment:
2023
Final report heading:
Complaints and Appeals
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