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Abstract. The informational reference examines the legal grounds for improving administrative liability for violations of the requirements of the legislation on water resources protection and water use. The analysis was conducted in the context of the proposals set out in the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15096 dated 23 March 2026).
The draft law is considered to comply with the requirements of the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of law-making activity, the norms of current legislation on administrative liability, and the laws of Ukraine in the field of environmental safety and nature protection.
The results of the research revealed risks that may further impede the proper implementation of the provisions of the draft law in law enforcement practice and the achievement of its stated objective, namely ensuring the rational use and conservation of water resources and preventing violations of environmental legislation by citizens and officials of business entities.
Key words: water resources protection, water use rules, business entities, offenses in the field of nature protection, violations of water legislation, administrative offenses, administrative liability, imposition of a fine.
04/2025
Abstract. The informational reference analyses the feasibility of amending the Code of Ukraine on Administrative Offenses regarding the increase in fines for violations of legislation on financial matters in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15043-1 dated 09 March 2026). It examines the compliance of the proposed amendments with the current administrative tort and financial legislation of Ukraine, legislation in the field of state financial control, as well as the requirements of regulatory drafting techniques, and identifies potential risks of the draft law.
The compliance of the proposed amendments with the current administrative tort and financial legislation of Ukraine, legislation in the field of state financial control, as well as the requirements of regulatory drafting techniques is analyzed, and potential risks of the draft law are identified.
Key words: financial discipline, state financial control, economic security, administrative penalty, administrative liability.
04/2026
Abstract. This informational note examines the legal grounds for the expediency of specialization among judges authorized to conduct criminal proceedings regarding criminal offenses against the established order of military service (military criminal offenses), criminal offenses against peace, the security of humanity, and the international legal order. These issues are analysed in the context of the proposals set forth in the draft Law of Ukraine (reg. No. 15084 dated March 17, 2026). The draft law’s compliance with the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of lawmaking, the requirements of criminal and criminal procedure legislation, and legislative norms regarding the procedure for performing or undergoing military service is examined. The study identified risks that will hinder the proper implementation of the law during law application activities and the achievement of its stated goal, aimed at legislative improvement and enhancing the effectiveness of justice regarding criminal offenses of the specified category.
Keywords: criminal proceedings, judicial specialization, military criminal offenses, criminal offenses against peace, security of humanity, and the international legal order, subjects of criminal offenses, military personnel.
03/2026
Abstract. The informational reference examines the procedure for summoning a person and serving procedural documents in criminal proceedings in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15095 dated 20 March 2026). In particular, this concerns the publication of a summons on the official website of the Prosecutor General’s Office and on the official website of the relevant court, as well as the abandonment of the outdated requirement to publish such procedural documents in “mass media of nationwide distribution” (media).
The draft law is considered to comply with the requirements of the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of law-making activity, and the norms of current criminal procedural and judicial legislation.
Key words: criminal proceedings, summons, publication of summons, website of the Prosecutor General’s Office, court website, media, mass media of nationwide distribution.
03/2026
Abstract. The informational reference examines issues related to the harmonization of current legislation with the provisions of the Convention on Combating Bribery of Foreign Public Officials in International Business Transactions in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15056 dated 06 March 2026).
The draft law is assessed as complying with the requirements of the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of law-making, and the provisions of current criminal, criminal procedural, and anti-corruption legislation.
Key words: criminal liability, prevention of corruption, bribery, foreign public officials, international business transactions.
03/2026
Abstract. The informational reference examines issues related to ensuring timely trials under martial law in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15030 dated 13 February 2026). In particular, it addresses the recording of court proceedings, the pronouncement of court decisions, and the transfer of motions for the imposition or extension of a preventive measure to another judge (court).
The draft law is assessed as complying with the requirements of the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of law-making, and the provisions of current criminal procedural and judicial legislation.
Key words: criminal proceedings, recording of court proceedings by technical means, court record, court, investigating judge, court decision, pronouncement of a court decision, motion for a preventive measure.
03/2026
Abstract. The informational reference examines the issue of granting the Pension Fund of Ukraine access to the integrated interdepartmental information and communication system “Arkan” for the purpose of monitoring the crossing of the state border by persons, vehicles, and cargo, in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15055 dated 05 March 2026).
Key words: crossing of the state border, mandatory state social insurance, pension insurance, social insurance, pension provision, temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine, integrated interdepartmental information and telecommunications system, State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, Pension Fund of Ukraine.
03/2026
Abstract. The informational reference analyzes the feasibility of amending the Code of Ukraine on Administrative Offenses with regard to extending the time limits for bringing persons to administrative liability and increasing fines for violations of financial legislation in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15043 dated 24 February 2026). It examines the compliance of the proposed amendments with current administrative tort legislation, the financial legislation of Ukraine, legislation on state financial control, as well as with the rules of legislative drafting technique, and outlines the risks associated of the draft law.
Key words: financial discipline, state financial control, economic security, administrative penalty, administrative liability.
03/2026
Abstract. The informational reference examines the grounds for decriminalization of acts provided for in Article 391 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine “Malicious Disobedience to the Requirements of the Administration of a Penal Institution”, as well as the improvement of the grounds for applying punitive measures to persons deprived of their liberty in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15003-1 dated 16 February 2026).
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 current legislation governing the grounds, procedures for imposing, and serving criminal sentences.
Key words: criminal liability, offense, punishment, malicious disobedience, penitentiary system, imprisonment, convict.
03/2026
Abstract. The informational reference analyses the transformation of the justice system of Ukraine in the context of the negotiation process on Ukraine’s accession to the European Union and the completion of the bilateral screening of legislation under negotiating Chapter 23 “Judiciary and Fundamental Rights”. It examines recent European trends, in particular the implementation of e-justice standards, the ethical boundaries of the use of artificial intelligence (AI), overcoming the professional isolation of judges through “intervision” mechanisms, and improving the quality and clarity of judicial decisions. Special attention is paid to assessing the operational capacity of judicial governance bodies, the results of establishing an autonomous system of disciplinary accountability, and the implementation of merit-based procedures for the selection of judges based on objective integrity criteria. The reference also provides a critical analysis of systemic challenges that threaten the functional stability and continuity of the justice system under martial law.
Key words: rule of law, independence of judges, judicial system, European integration, meritocracy, digitalisation of justice, integrity, disciplinary accountability of judges, qualification assessment of judges.
03/2026