Mobilized individuals face criminal liability: human rights activist on the dangers of refusing the oath

Problems with the military oath for mobilized citizens

According to ХВИЛЯ: Human rights activist Yevhen Korniichuk warns that mobilized citizens cannot refuse to take the military oath, and this may lead to criminal liability. Refusal to take the oath may be regarded as evasion of mobilization, which carries serious consequences.

According to information, mobilized citizens who decide not to take the oath face the risk of actual imprisonment. This is due to the fact that refusal to take the oath is seen as a refusal to fulfill the constitutional duty to defend the Motherland. According to Korniichuk:

'Refusal to take the oath may be charged as evasion of mobilization. This carries criminal liability.' Yevhen Korniichuk

Relevance of the situation

This situation has become relevant after one citizen's appeal to lawyers regarding violations of the law during mobilization. The human rights activist emphasizes that procedural violations in the mobilization process cannot serve as grounds for refusing the oath, which may have serious consequences for those who evade fulfilling their duties.

Yevhen Korniichuk's statement highlights the importance of adhering to the law during mobilization processes in Ukraine. In the context of military actions, the relevance of issues related to the rights and obligations of mobilized citizens is increasing, and human rights activists urge an understanding of the seriousness of the consequences of evading military service. This information may be useful for those facing mobilization, as well as for those trying to understand their rights in this complex situation.