Cumhuriyet
Istanbul Governorate announces punish will be imposed consume alcohol in public places Istanbul Governorate announces punish will be imposed consume alcohol in public places The AKP continues to make interventions in secular lifestyles post-election. The Istanbul Governorate has issued a circular, reminding the public not to consume alcohol in parks, picnic areas, coastal regions, and beaches. Those found in violation will face a fine of 617 TL and may detained until sober. Legal experts are asserting that this constitutes an interference in lifestyle.