"Limited fitness" candidates failed the VLK by February 4: what consequences await them?
Since May of last year, the term "fit for limited service" has been abolished, and individuals with this status must undergo a repeat military medical commission within nine months of the law coming into effect, which means by February 4, 2025. What consequences await individuals for violating these norms? "RBK-Ukraine" explained this with insights from lawyer and partner at Attorneys at Law "Leshchenko, Doroshenko & Partners," Lydia Karplyuk.
She clarified that current legislation places an obligation on conscripts to undergo a medical examination as directed by the territorial recruitment and social support center. If an individual receives a summons, they must appear as requested, obtain a referral, and undergo the examination. The lawyer added that in the absence of a summons, a person has the right, but is not obligated, to independently contact the TRC and SSP.
Consequences for Failing to Appear for the Military Medical Commission "Fit for Limited Service"
Failure to appear for the summons or refusal to undergo a medical examination after receiving a referral is considered a violation of military registration rules. For this, Article 210 of the Code of Ukraine on Administrative Offenses stipulates a fine ranging from 17,000 to 25,500 hryvnias.
This fine applies if the individual:
- fails to appear for the summons,
- does not undergo a medical examination after receiving the referral,
- ignores official calls.
Lydia Karplyuk mentioned instances where an individual may not receive a summons due to a change of residence, failure to provide new contact information to the TRC, or refusal to accept the summons. In such cases, the individual may be deemed duly notified and held accountable.
Earlier, military lawyer Taras Borovsky noted that the fine for failing to update will not automatically "arrive" on February 6. He added that the procedure for updating status is not clearly defined by legislation and raises questions.
The Ministry of Defense indicated that "fit for limited service" individuals may find themselves wanted in "Reserve+" after February 4. The only way to avoid this is through one method.