The crime of child sexual abuse in 5237 numbered Turkish Penal Code

Sexual abuse that is seen commonly worldwide and in our country is apparent as a cohesive and complex problem concerning many disciplines such as law, medicine, psychology, sociology, antropology etc. On this aspect, in order to fight against sexual abuse which result in serious psychological traumas, various physical diseases and even death of children, these actions are categorized as crimes in national laws by countries. In Turkish law, actions seen as sexual abuse are dealt under the name of "Sexual Abuse of Children" on article 103, "Crimes Against Sexual Privilige", of 5237 numbered Turkish Penal Code's section of "Crimes Against Individuals". On the first part of the study, the notion of sexual abuse is analyzed thoroughly with every aspect after conceptual analysis of sexual abuse is made. On the second part of the study, chronology of sexual abuse and regulations on international and comparative law are covered. On the third and last part of the study, decrees of "Sexual Abuse of Children" on article 103 of 5237 numbered Turkish Penal Code, along with changes made on this article, are discussed. Furthermore; problems on executing this law, defaults on the decree and points that cause arguments are tried to be clarified. In addition, on this part, decrees on former 765 numbered Turkish Penal Code regarding actions seen as sexaul abuse are mentioned.