It is important to know the Turkish traffic law and adhere to its rules for everyone who drives a motor vehicle, whether a car or a motorcycle.
The traffic law stipulates that the legal driving age begins at 18 and ends at the age of 70-75. Drivers' journeys are accompanied by a set of conditions, the violation of which requires a fine.
In today's article, our team at the Turkish Lawyers Office will provide you with an explanation of the most common violations. We will also mention the most prominent traffic violation codes in Türkiye, such as driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, for example.
Traffic Law in Türkiye: Traffic Violations in Türkiye
Code for stopping in pedestrian areas: 61/I
Motorcycle violations in Türkiye 2025
Traffic violations in Turkey include motorcycles, as well as all other motor vehicles driven on Turkish roads. The Turkish Motorcycle Law requires drivers to wear a helmet to protect their heads in the event of an accident, and imposes a fine on any motorcycle rider without one. The most prominent motorcycle violations include:
Failure to ride the motorcycle with both hands.
Putting other people on the motorcycle without a sidecar.
Overloading the motorcycle beyond the limits of the regulations.
Riding in a single lane alongside other vehicles.
The fine for the above violations has been set at approximately 951 Turkish liras, with payment due within one month of the date of issuance. Payment within two weeks will be reduced by 25%.
The following will introduce you to the most prominent motorcycle violation codes in Turkey. Follow along.
Traffic violation codes in Türkiye for motorcycles
The Turkish Traffic Law lists motorcycle violations in its articles, in addition to car violations. Among the most important of these violations are the following:
Not wearing a helmet while riding a motorcycle: b-78/1.
Riding a motorcycle in a place other than its designated place: 66/1.
Riding a motorcycle with one hand: 66/6.
Riding a motorcycle by more than one person: 66/9, 10, and 11.
Frequently asked questions about traffic violations in Türkiye
In this section, you will find some frequently asked questions about traffic laws in Türkiye, along with their answers.
How do I inquire about vehicle violations?
You can find out the type and amount of the violation registered against your vehicle through the government's e-Devlet portal. This is done as follows:
1. Log in to your account on the e-portal.
2. Select "Arac Plakasina Yazilan Ceza Sorgulama" (for driver's license violations) or "Ceza Sorgulama" (for license plate violations).
3. If there are any violations, they will be found on the results page. You can then print and pay them at the Traffic Department.
Are there speeding violations in Türkiye?
Of course, there are speeding tickets in Türkiye, and the value of these tickets ranges from 427 to 951 Turkish liras.
How much is the fine in Türkiye?
The fine in Türkiye varies depending on the type of violation and ranges on average between 3,674 and 951 Turkish liras.
a summary
This concludes our article on Turkish traffic laws, in which we reviewed the most prominent traffic violations in Turkey in 2025 for cars and motorcycles, as well as the most prominent motorcycle violation codes and the financial penalties for each of these violations. We hope we have succeeded in providing useful information to all who follow our website, and we await your inquiries to answer them as soon as possible.
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