Amid the war and the danger to civilians, the Ukrainian government is introducing new measures to force children to evacuate from dangerous regions. The problem is compounded by the fact that many parents and guardians are resisting such actions, often due to distrust of the authorities or an unwillingness to leave their homes. In response, the Cabinet of Ministers has initiated changes to the legislation that provide for fines for those who evade evacuation.
New rules and penalties for violators
According to draft law No. 12354, parents who obstruct the evacuation of children will be held administratively liable. In particular, a clarification is added to Article 184 of the Code of Ukraine on Administrative Offenses (COA): failure to fulfill obligations to ensure safe living conditions for children is punishable by fines.
- First violation : fine from 850 to 1700 UAH.
- Repeated violation within a year : fine up to 5100 UAH.
These sanctions should encourage parents to cooperate with authorities during evacuations.
Additional martial law restrictions
Another aspect of the initiative is the introduction of Article 210² to the Code of Administrative Offenses, which establishes fines for:
- Staying in a mandatory evacuation zone without special passes:
- first case - from 510 to 850 UAH;
- repeated violation - up to 3400 UAH.
- Violation of curfew:
- first case - up to 1700 UAH;
- repeated violation - up to 3400 UAH.
These measures are designed to ensure order and security in regions where hostilities are ongoing.
How will the forced evacuation take place?
Draft law No. 12353 details the procedure for the forced evacuation of children. Guardianship and guardianship authorities will have the right to carry out evacuation with the help of the National Police, which will ensure the protection of public order. This decision provides for the involvement of law enforcement agencies to perform complex tasks in a war zone.
Mandatory evacuation of children is not only about safety, but also about the state's responsibility for the future of its citizens. The Cabinet explains that parental resistance endangers the lives of children who remain in dangerous conditions. Therefore, fines and forced removal are extreme measures, but they are necessary to protect the most vulnerable segments of the population.
The initiatives have already caused a public outcry. Supporters of the innovations consider them necessary to save children's lives, while critics fear that coercive actions may violate the rights of families. At the same time, the authorities emphasize that there is no alternative in times of war.
