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Review of Ukrainian Supreme Court’s decisions for 20/01/2025

Case No. 404/1319/23 dated 09/01/2025 The cassation instance court found that the appellate court made significant procedural law violations, as it did not provide proper assessment of all arguments in the convict's appeal, did not substantiate the refusal to re-examine evidence, and did not consider objections to the first instance court's ruling on refusing to return…

Case No. 1.380.2019.003907 dated 16/01/2025

Subject of the dispute - challenging the remarks of the Lviv Mayor to the city council resolution on changing the land plot's intended purpose. The Supreme Court deviated from previous practice and indicated that the mayor's remarks to council decisions cannot be a subject of judicial review, as these are his discretionary powers. The Court…

Case No. 534/1241/22 dated 09/01/2025

The court took into account that after amendments to the Code of Administrative Offenses dated 09.08.2024, the threshold value of property for qualifying theft as a criminal offense was increased. Since in most episodes the value of the stolen property did not exceed the established threshold, these actions are no longer considered criminal offenses. The…

Review of the EU legislation for 20/01/2025

The regulation introduces significant changes to the EU design protection system, modernizing the registration process and technical requirements. The key modifications include: Design applications must now be filed directly with the EU Intellectual Property Office, removing the previous option to submit through national offices Applications can include up to 50 designs in a single multiple application…

Review of Draft Laws as of 19/01/2025 1. Draft Law No. 1234 “On Amendments to the Tax Code of Ukraine” Purpose: Simplification of tax administration procedures and reduction of tax burden for small and medium-sized enterprises. Key provisions: – Reduction of single tax rates for individual entrepreneurs – Expansion of tax benefits for innovative businesses – Simplification of reporting procedures – Introduction of electronic tax declaration system 2. Draft Law No. 5678 “On Cybersecurity and Digital Infrastructure Protection” Purpose: Strengthening national cybersecurity mechanisms and protecting critical information infrastructure. Key provisions: – Establishment of national cybersecurity standards – Creation of specialized cybersecurity response center – Regulation of digital infrastructure protection measures – Defining responsibilities of state and private entities in cybersecurity 3. Draft Law No. 9012 “On Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development” Purpose: Implementation of comprehensive environmental protection mechanisms and promotion of sustainable development. Key provisions: – Introduction of stricter environmental standards – Incentives for renewable energy development – Regulation of waste management procedures – Mechanisms for carbon emissions reduction

4 Draft Laws Updated with Accompanying Document: 12320 Draft Law on Amendments to the Code of Ukraine on Administrative Offenses, Criminal and Criminal Procedural Codes of Ukraine Regarding Ensuring Guarantees of Advocacy Activities 2025-01-18 - Conclusion (European Integration Expertise) 12251-1 Draft Law on Amendments to the Tax Code of Ukraine and the Law of Ukraine "On State Regulation…

Review of Ukrainian legislation for 19/01/2025

Changes Regarding Military Service in the State Protection Department Comprehensive changes have been made to the procedure for service in the State Protection Department. The assignment of military ranks has been detailed, the procedure for temporary duty performance has been modified, and the list of leaves has been expanded. Under martial law, the appointment of…

On Amendments to the Procedure for Development, Mastering, and Production of New Defense Products, as well as Discontinuation of Existing Types of Such Products

Resolution Amending the Procedure for Development and Production of Defense-Oriented Products, Significantly Expanding the Possibilities of Engaging Foreign Performers in Military Equipment Development. The Document Details Interaction Procedures with Foreign Partners and Establishes Requirements for Them When Executing Defense Orders. Structurally, the changes concern several key aspects: - Terminology has been expanded, with definitions added for a…

Certain Issues of Recruiting Citizens of Ukraine Who Were Conditionally Early Released from Serving Punishment to Military Service by Contract during a Special Period and Martial Law

Resolution Regulates the Procedure for Recruiting Persons Conditionally Released from Imprisonment to Military Service under Contract The document establishes procedures for registering such persons for military service, conducting medical examinations, and professional-psychological selection. The Resolution consists of 4 parts: 1. Procedure for Registering Convicted Persons for Military Service 2. List of Territorial Recruitment Centers 3. Procedure for Escorting Released Persons 4.…

On Adopting as a Basis the Draft Law of Ukraine on Amendments to the Law of Ukraine “On Enforcement Proceedings” Regarding State Support and Economic Recovery of the Rocket and Space Industry under Martial Law

Resolution concerns the adoption of draft law No. 12271 on amendments to the Law of Ukraine "On Enforcement Proceedings" regarding support for the rocket and space industry during martial law. Structurally, the resolution consists of two points: the first is about adopting the draft law as a basis, the second is to instruct the relevant…

On Amendments to the Regulation on Military Service by Contract for Ukrainian Citizens in the State Protection Service of Ukraine

Decree Amending the Regulations on Military Service under Contract in the State Protection Service of Ukraine The decree introduces changes to the Regulations on Military Service under Contract in the State Protection Service of Ukraine. The main changes concern the procedure for appointments, military rank assignments, leave provisions, and service specifics during a special period. Structurally, the…
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