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Abstract. The informational reference examines the legal grounds for improving the procedure for applying administrative penalties in the form of community service, as well as the execution of criminal penalties in the form of fines, community service and correctional labor. The corresponding study was conducted in the context of the proposals provided for in the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 14154, dated 24.10.2025).
The draft law is considered to comply with the requirements of the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of law-making, the norms of the current administrative-delict, criminal and criminal procedural legislation regarding the grounds and procedure for the implementation of administrative penalties and criminal punishments.
The results of the research revealed risks that will further impede the proper implementation of the draft law during law enforcement activities, the achievement of the goal declared therein regarding the legislative provision of protection of the rights and interests of citizens and business entities, the effective use of public works in the process of eliminating the consequences of military actions and rebuilding the state.
Key words: administrative penalty, main and additional punishment, fine, community service, corrective labor, execution of sentences.
11/2025
Abstract. The informational reference examines the legal justification for the introduction of voluntary regulation in the field of security activities and improving the standards of security services. These issues are examined in the context of the proposals provided for in the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 14155, dated 27.10.2025).
The draft law is considered to comply with the requirements of the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of law-making activity, and the provisions of legislative acts regulating social relations in the field of economic activity in the provision of security services and licensing of this type of activity.
The results of the research revealed risks that may further impede the proper implementation of the law during law enforcement activities and the achievement of the goal declared therein, aimed at legislatively ensuring the creation of a high-quality security services market in Ukraine as a result of the introduction of mechanisms for its voluntary regulation.
Key words: economic activity, security activity, licensing, security service standards, voluntary regulation of security activity, subject of security activity.
11/2025
Abstract. The informational reference considers the issue of introducing a system of penalty points for violating road safety rules in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 14133, dated 21.10.2025).
Key words: penalty points, traffic rules, temporary suspension of driver’s license, vehicle, restriction of driving rights, National Police of Ukraine.
11/2025
Abstract. The analytical note presents the results of an analysis of the legislation of the United States of America, Great Britain, Canada, and New Zealand on the symbolic honoring of families of combatants and military personnel in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to the Law of Ukraine “On State Awards of Ukraine” on awarding honorary titles to family members of combatants” (No. 14079 dated 26.09.2025).
Keywords: state awards, families of combatants, military personnel, honorary title, symbolic state recognition.
11/2025
Abstract. The analytical note analyses the main provisions of the European Convention for the Protection of Pet Animals and provides an overview of its ratification by the participating states. It reviews the European Commission's proposal for a draft regulation on the welfare and traceability of dogs and cats. The legislation of Austria, Bulgaria, Denmark, Latvia, Lithuania, Germany, Romania, Finland, the Czech Republic and Sweden is analysed with regard to the legal regulation of surgical operations to change the appearance of a pet or for other non-medical purposes, in particular tail docking and ear cropping in dogs, as well as the grounds for exceptions and liability for violations of established prohibitions.
Keywords: European Convention for the Protection of Pet Animals, animal welfare, surgical interventions, tail docking, ear cropping, cruelty to animals.
11/2025
Abstract. The information note presents the results of an analysis of the draft Law of Ukraine, which proposes amendments to Article 24 of the Labor Code of Ukraine regarding the right to conclude employment contracts in electronic form using a qualified or advanced electronic signature without the need for physical presence and submission of paper documents certifying identity. Legal approaches to regulating this issue in the legislation of individual European Union countries are presented.
Key words: electronic identification, electronic employment, qualified electronic signature, employment contract, labor relations, employee, employer.
11/2025
Abstract. The information note presents the results of an analysis of the proposals contained in the draft law «On Amendments to Article 234 of the Labour Code of Ukraine Regarding the Restoration by the Court of Time Limits Missed for Valid Reasons» (reg. No. 14146 of 23 October 2025).
It focuses on the specifics of recognising the reason for missing the deadline for applying to the court as valid in labour disputes when the liquidation of an enterprise is cancelled.
Key words: Labour Code of Ukraine, missing the deadline for applying to the court, cancellation of the liquidation of an enterprise, employer, employee.
11/2025
Abstract. The information note presents the results of the analysis of the proposals provided for by the draft law «On Amendments to Article 36 of the Law of Ukraine «On Compulsory State Social Insurance» regarding the calculation of the monthly insurance payment in connection with an occupational disease in the event of suspension of the employment contract due to the legal regime of martial law» (reg. № 14143 dated 10/22/2025).
Key words: mandatory state social insurance, insurance payments, legal regime of martial law, suspension of employment contract.
11/2025
Abstract. The informational reference analyzes the feasibility of amending Article 297-1 of the Criminal Procedure Code of Ukraine regarding the possibility of conducting a special pre-trial investigation based on the decision of the investigating judge in criminal proceedings regarding criminal offenses provided for in Article 149 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (Trafficking in Human Beings), in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 14152, dated 24.10.2025).
Key words: criminal proceedings, human trafficking, special pre-trial investigation.
11/2025
Abstract. The information note summarises the measures of the Rule of Law Roadmap aimed at strengthening judicial accountability and integrity by streamlining the format for judges’ declarations of integrity and declarations on family ties, in line with the recommendations of the European Commission and international commitments. It analyses the current state of implementation of these measures and outlines the key issues related to introducing the necessary amendments to Ukraine’s legislation.
Key words: Roadmap, rule of law, European Commission report, integrity declarations, Supreme Court, Venice Commission.
11/2025