Ukraine Restricts Declarants as December Deadline for Disability Registration Approaches
Ukraine’s mobilization regulations may see significant changes in 2025, with increased fines for evasion becoming a possibility, according to legal expert Roman Simutin.
Simutin suggests that while changes to current legislation wouldn’t instantaneously spike fines, the introduction of fines in absentia and automatic account blocking for enforcement proceedings could transform the process into a highly efficient – “conveyor belt” – system of penalization.
Automated Fines Loom
Should these amendments come into law, the head of the Territorial Center for Recruitment and Social Support (TCC) may no longer be obligated to summon individuals for hearings concerning fines.
“There may be no such obligation. The prospect of appealing such a fine will be zero,” Simutin explains.
He further outlines a potential scenario: “Automatic blocking and debiting of funds is expected. After the fine is sent to the executive service, this service will immediately block the accounts and write off the funds. There are attempts to introduce this, the question is being raised.”
Implications for Disability Deferments
Simutin paints a concerning picture for those seeking disability-related deferments from mobilization. Due to the liquidation of the Medical and Social Expertise Commission (MSEC) from January 1, 2025, obtaining a disability certification will be practically impossible until May 2025, when newly created expert teams begin functioning.
“This means that men liable for military service will not be able to receive a deferment from mobilization in connection with the constant care of sick family members with group I or II disabilities if their sick relatives did not have time to register their disability through MSEC by December 31, ” warns Simutin.
The implications for those relying on disability deferments are significant, highlighting a potential gap in the support system for families grappling with serious health concerns amidst the ongoing conflict.
## Ukraine Tightens Grip on Mobilization: Are Automated Fines and Limited Deferments Fair?
**Interviewer:** Joining us today is legal expert Roman Simutin, who’s raising concerns about potential changes to Ukraine’s mobilization regulations. Roman, thank you for being here. You’re suggesting these changes could see a dramatic increase in fines for those trying to evade mobilization. How exactly would this work?
**Simutin:** The proposed changes don’t necessarily mean fines will skyrocket immediately, but the implementation of fines in absentia and automatic account blockage for enforcement could create a highly efficient system. Think of it as a conveyor belt – quick and almost unavoidable.
**Interviewer:** So, potentially no more hearings, no chance to appeal?
**Simutin:** Exactly. The head of the TCC may not even be obliged to summon individuals anymore. The prospect of challenging these fines would be practically non-existent. Imagine, your account is blocked, funds are debited, and there’s no avenue for redress.
**Interviewer:** This is concerning, especially for those with legitimate reasons for deferment. You’ve highlighted the potential impact on disability deferments due to the liquidation of the Medical and Social Expertise Commission.
**Simutin:** This is a critical issue. Without the MSEC, obtaining disability certification will be incredibly difficult until May 2025. What about families that rely on these deferments, particularly those caring for severely disabled relatives? They’re caught in this bureaucratic limbo, potentially losing their exemption simply because they couldn’t meet the December 31st deadline.
**Interviewer:** So, what do our readers think? Is this a necessary step to ensure sufficient manpower for the war effort, or are these changes too harsh, especially considering the difficult circumstances many families are facing?
