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During this tumultuous backdrop, İmamoğlu managed to secure the CHP’s presidential nomination, backed by a substantial number of voters, including non-party members rallying in solidarity. As he stands poised to challenge Erdoğan in the upcoming elections, the question of legal qualifications looms large.
Current Legal Standing
Turkish law states that presidential candidates must be over 40, hold a university degree, and not have a criminal conviction. While İmamoğlu currently fulfills these criteria, the revocation of his degree could pose significant challenges. His legal team is contesting the university's decision, and if İmamoğlu is not convicted of the charges against him, he remains eligible to run.