Ukrainian conscripts whose close relatives have died or gone missing while fulfilling their duties to protect the homeland are entitled to a deferment from mobilization. This right is enshrined in paragraph 4 of part 3 of Article 23 of the Law "On Mobilization Preparation and Mobilization."
Lawyers from the "INSEININ" company explained how to obtain a deferment due to the death of a relative in the war. This is granted if the deceased or missing relative is:
Relatives are entitled to a deferment if the death or disappearance occurred during:
Lawyers state that the first step is to contact the TCK and SP with a request for a deferment. To do this, a specific set of documents must be prepared.
The application must include:
Then, the deferment commission reviews the submitted documents and makes a decision regarding the granting or denial of the deferment. If the decision is positive, a certificate is issued, and the information is entered into the "Oberih" registry and displayed in the "Reserve+" app.
Legal experts note that a deferment is granted only when there is documented evidence of the relative's death or disappearance. Additionally, individuals with a deferment cannot be mobilized without their voluntary consent.
The right to cross the state border during martial law is also granted to the relatives of the deceased or missing persons, lawyers emphasize.
In practice, the process of obtaining a deferment can be complicated, as verifying family connections and the fact of death often requires contacting military units and requesting the necessary documents.
"In practice, to obtain it, you often have to demand these documents in person for a long time, or you should contact the relevant TCK and SP to expedite the process with the necessary documents", experts add.
Previously, "Telegraph" reported whether a man can obtain a deferment if his wife is pregnant with their third child. Lawyers provided explanations based on legislation.