Summons via 'Ukrposhta': who will receive first.

Ukraine has introduced a new system for delivering summonses to conscripts via 'Ukrposhta', which should simplify the mobilization process. However, lawyers and legislators warn that this step may have unexpected consequences and trigger a wave of legal disputes.

From September 17, 'Ukrposhta' began sending summonses that were generated in an electronic registry. According to lawyer Tamila Alexik, the data for generating summonses could have been obtained from open registries and the 'Diia' program, to which the Ministry of Defense has access. The first new summonses will be received by those liable for military service who updated their data by July 16. The rest will have to wait until their information is found in other sources.

Such a procedure for delivering summonses does not take into account important circumstances that may arise for citizens

The new system changes the process of delivering summonses, as there is no need for personal delivery of the document with a signature. According to Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 560, a summons is considered delivered in several cases: upon receipt of the postal item, upon refusal to receive it, or if the person is not present at the specified address.

Lawyers warn of a number of problems associated with the new system. Firstly, it may lead to people being forced to regularly check their mailboxes and visit post offices. Secondly, there may be errors when a person is mistakenly recognized as a draft dodger due to the inability to receive the summons for objective reasons.

Lawyer Alexik suggests that the new system may be aimed at strengthening forceful mobilization, which may lead to situations where conscripts are forcibly delivered to the military commissariat.

Legislators and lawyers predict a significant increase in the burden on the judicial system. An increase in lawsuits is expected from citizens who will try to prove that they could not physically receive the summons for valid reasons. In addition, citizens may face financial consequences, as enforcement authorities may seize the accounts and property of those who cannot pay the fines related to mobilization.