The following Intellectual Works:
(a) Software, CD, & Cassettes
(b) Translation
(c) Original, literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works;
(d) Cinematographic works; and
(e) Records

Life of the author + 70 years for inheritors.

No registrations.

Imprisonment that may extend 2-4 years and a fine of $35,000- $110,000.

No provisions.

No registrations.

No registrations.

No registrations.

It is possible to conduct a search for available copyright registrations with the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism. However, given that copyright protection shall automatically begin in Turkey when the related artwork is first revealed to the public, copyright owners tend not to file copyright applications in Turkey. In this sense, we recommend conducting market research to find out if there is any prior use of the artwork intended to be used in Turkey. 

Yes, copyright protection shall automatically begin in Turkey when the related artwork is first revealed to the public.

It is possible to file a criminal complaint against the infringer as long as we have a copyright registration in Turkey. If not, we can file a civil copyright infringement action against the infringer. 

In Turkey, merchants are expected to conduct the necessary research before starting to use the artwork for commercial purposes. In this sense, is not aware of a third party’s copyrights cannot be asserted as a defense. 

No. A license needs to be requested from the owner of the related artworks, as long as your use is for commercial purposes. 

Copyright protection shall automatically begin in Turkey when the related artwork is first revealed to the public. In this sense, we recommend keeping a good record of the date of the first reveal to the public through compiling photographs, videos, etc. all with a date stamp. 
If you would like to start protecting your artwork before revealing it to the public in, a copyright application needs to be filed before the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism.