Prohibition from Attending Sports Events under Law No. 6222 🏟️🚫
Article 18 of Law No. 6222 on the Prevention of Violence and Disorder in Sports provides the measure of banning individuals from attending sports events.
Prohibition from Attending Sports Events; it is an immediate protective measure applied when an investigation is initiated due to the commission of crimes specified in Law No. 6222 or related other laws. ⚖️
Scope of Prohibition from Attending Sports Events 🏟️🚫
The prohibition from attending sports events is not limited to football or match days. It also covers any type of sport, training, competition, and entrance to any spectator areas. ⚽🏀🏐
Additionally, this measure is applied to fans who commit crimes such as intentional injury, insult, or threats, and damage to property outside the sports venues. 🚷
Application of the Prohibition from Attending Sports Events
If an investigation is initiated for crimes under Article 18 of Law No. 6222, an immediate ban from attending sports events is enforced for the suspect.
During the investigation phase, this prohibition continues as a protective measure unless the prosecutor or the court during the trial phase lifts the ban. ⏳
Information about the prohibition from attending sports events is immediately recorded in an electronic database managed by the General Directorate of Security. Access to this database is provided to sports clubs and federations. 🗂️
Information about banned individuals is also reported to the relevant sports clubs and, before international matches, to the authorities in the country where the match will take place. 🌍
Individuals clearly under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or stimulants will not be allowed entry into sports venues, training grounds, or spectator areas. 🍺💊
Persons who attempt to enter these areas and insist on staying inside will be removed by force and banned from attending sports events for one year, in accordance with the provisions of this law. 🚓
Obligations of a Person Banned from Attending Sports Events 📅
‼️A person banned from attending sports events must report to the nearest law enforcement unit, within an hour before and after the start of a match involving their team, if they are in the country. 🕰️
‼️To monitor this obligation, biometric methods may be used by law enforcement. 📸
‼️Failure to comply with this obligation results in a fine, not less than 25 days for each match. 💸
Positions a Banned Person Cannot Hold ❌
A person prohibited from attending sports events under the provisions of Law No. 6222 cannot hold managerial positions in sports clubs, federations, or fan organizations during the ban period. They also cannot serve as referees, representatives, or observers at sports events. 👨⚖️
Appeals Against the Prohibition Decision ⚖️
The prohibition measure can be lifted under the following circumstances:
a) If the prosecutor or the court decides to lift it,
b) If a decision is made not to prosecute,
c) If the defendant is acquitted or the case is dropped.
These decisions must be immediately reported by the prosecutor's office or the court to the relevant law enforcement unit, and recorded in the electronic database. 🏛️
If the decision to delay the public prosecution, defer the announcement of the verdict, impose an alternative measure instead of prison, or delay the prison sentence is made, the ban on attending sports events will continue for one year from the date the decision becomes final or from the date the advance payment is made. ⏳
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
❓How long does the ban from attending sports events last?
✔️ The duration of the ban starts once the ruling becomes final and continues until the sentence is fully served, ending one year after the completion of the sentence. If the individual receives a second ban, it will last for three years; for a third ban, it will last five years.
❓Is the ban from attending sports events only applicable for league matches?
✔️ No. The ban also applies to the clubs' European cup matches.