Ukrainian President Signs Law Merging Judicial Integrity and Family Declarations into One Form

Draft Law No. 13165-2

According to Главком: Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed Draft Law No. 13165-2, which consolidates judges' integrity declarations and family connection disclosures into a single document. This legislation aims to strengthen judicial accountability in Ukraine in line with European Commission recommendations. The bill received parliamentary approval on June 9, 2026, with 242 lawmakers voting in favor. It represents a key step in Ukraine's ongoing judicial reform efforts.

Key Provisions of the New Legislation

Under the new law, judges must submit one combined declaration annually by May 1. The High Qualification Commission of Judges (HQCJ) will verify these submissions. Judges are required to file their declarations through the official HQCJ website. Additionally, the National Agency on Corruption Prevention (NACP) will conduct full asset and property checks on judges. The HQCJ is now legally tasked with specialized oversight of judicial integrity declarations.

• The law expands the range of individuals required to declare their assets and interests.
• It includes those who have held senior positions over the past five years.
• Penalties will apply for concealing relatives within the power structure.

This document is one of Ukraine's key commitments under the Ukraine Facility program and aligns with European Union requirements.

Passing this law marks a significant step toward greater transparency and accountability in Ukraine's judiciary. It also fulfills Ukraine's obligations to reform state institutions as part of its European integration path. By imposing stricter declaration requirements, the legislation aims to reduce corruption risks and boost public trust in the court system.