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…
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…
No new legal acts were published today
No new decisions were published today
Case No. 174/488/24 dated 10/01/2025
The court was guided by the fact that establishing labor experience should be carried out in an out-of-court procedure through the bodies of the Pension Fund of Ukraine. Such facts are not subject to judicial determination, and the decision of the Pension Fund can be appealed in the manner prescribed by…
Subject of the dispute - appealing a court verdict regarding the conviction of a person for theft of goods from stores with a total value of approximately 1,700 hryvnias during martial law. When making the decision, the court was guided by the fact that after the issuance of the challenged decisions, a new law No.…
The court was guided by the fact that the list of rulings that can be appealed separately from the court's decision is defined in Article 255 of the Commercial Procedural Code of Ukraine. In this regard, the Grand Chamber of the Supreme Court concluded that paragraph 14 of part 1 of Article 255 of the…
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…
No new legal acts were published today
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
No new decisions were published today
Case No. 910/21682/15 (910/17038/21) dated 20/12/2024
The court concluded that the state enterprise does not have the right to file a claim for recognition of state ownership and cancellation of municipal property registration, as such claims are aimed at protecting the state's rights, not the enterprise's rights. Such a claim can only be filed by an…
7 Draft Laws Registered:
5344-d-P Draft Resolution on Cancellation of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine's Decision to Adopt in the Second Reading and in Entirety the Draft Law "On Amendments to Certain Laws of Ukraine Regarding Ensuring the Employment Rights of Persons with Disabilities" (Reg. No. 5344-d dated 18.11.2022)
Initiator: People's Deputy of Ukraine
12245-P6 Draft Resolution on…
Two fishing closure regulations have been implemented by the European Commission due to quota exhaustion:
1. Belgian Plaice Fishing Closure:
Affects Belgian vessels fishing for plaice in EU waters areas 7h, 7j and 7k
Complete ban on targeted plaice fishing from December 19, 2024
Catches made before closure date can still be processed and landed
Any…
Changes Regarding Military Service and Defense:
- Simplified the procedure for appointing individuals without higher education to officer positions in the State Guard Service during martial law, updated leave rules and temporary duty assignment procedures.
- Approved the procedure for recruiting to military service conditionally early released persons from places of imprisonment, including medical examination, psychological…