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    Can you buy a gun in Turkey?

    Unregistered guns are a problem in almost every country. No matter how safe the country is, there may be instances of gun violence from time to time. On the scale from USA to Japan, Turkey is somewhere in the middle. But, what are the gun laws in Turkey, and how can you buy a gun?
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    Can you buy a gun in Turkey?
    Yes you can. If you meet the requirements of course.

    What are the requirements for purchasing a gun in Turkey?
    If you are at least 21 years old, and are able to prove you are healthy both mentally and physically, and pass a background check you can purchase a gun.

    How much does a gun permit cost in Turkey?
    it will cost you 1,600 USD to purchase the permits for owning and carrying a gun.

    yup, its that easy to buy a gun in Turkey. However, Turkey nowadays have a big issue with gun violence. That's why the Hope foundation is hoping to raise awareness about gun control and firearms. According to the NGO, 2,145 people died and another 3,896 people were injured in 3,801 criminal cases across the country in 2021.

    Data from the police shows that more than 600,000 people in Turkey have licenses to carry firearms. unfortunately, due its nature, the number of illegal gun owners is not clear. According to 2021 figures by the foundation, cases of violence using firearms increased most in the Mediterranean region in the country while most cases were concentrated in Marmara, the most crowded region of the country.

    Is there a fine for having an unlicensed gun?
    yes, a meager amount of 945 TL or 51 dollars. Under current laws, carrying an unlicensed pistol can be punishable with prison terms of up to three years while the terms are increased if the pistol is automatic and can fire more bullets.
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