Publication date: 08.02.2024
Hello! My name is Kyrylo Tomakh, I am a practicing lawyer and co-founder of the law firm DKVA Legal Group. For over 3 years, I have been helping clients protect their rights, find solutions to complex legal situations, and successfully resolve disputes both pre-trial and in court.
I invite you on an exciting journey into the world of legal protection in cases of inflicting bodily injuries of moderate severity. In this context, we will look at key aspects of legal protection, from the regulatory framework and alternative offenses to the legal process and the collection of evidence by a lawyer. This topic opens up wide opportunities for us to understand legal processes and search for justice in the context of the criminal law of Ukraine.
Normative base:
An overview of the legislation of Ukraine, which regulates responsibility for inflicting bodily injuries of medium severity.
Analysis of the articles of the Criminal Code of Ukraine relating to this type of crime and the prescribed measures of responsibility.
1.1. Criminal Code of Ukraine (CPC):
Liability for inflicting bodily injuries of moderate severity is regulated by articles of the Criminal Code, in particular Articles 121–123.
Responsibilities are provided for causing injuries that cause a moderate reduction in working capacity or a temporary painful condition.
1.2. Definition of terms and concepts:
For a correct understanding of liability, it is important to clarify terms such as "moderate impairment" and "moderate severity".
1.3. Grounds and circumstances of liability:
Liability may arise in the presence of intent (deliberate action) or negligence that led to injury.
1.4. Anticipated measures of responsibility:
Punishment for committing such a crime may include a fine, monetary damages, or conditional or real imprisonment.
The prices for the lawyers services may vary depending on the complexity of the situation and the available evidence of the commission of the offense. the prices for the services of a lawyer are among the highest, because it is about the possibility of serving a term in places of deprivation of liberty.
Alternative offenses and retraining for self-defense:
Consideration of the possibility of applying alternative qualifications for personal injury incidents.
Analysis of the possibilities of protection based on factors of self-defense or other circumstances that may affect the nature of the act.
2.1. Analysis of alternative qualifications:
In the event of controversial issues regarding the nature of the action or intent at the time of inflicting damage, the crime may be reclassified to a less serious or alternative offense that better corresponds to the actual circumstances of the case.
2.2. Retraining for self-defense:
If it is possible to prove that the actions of the accused were due to self-defense or protection of other persons from illegal actions, it is possible to change the qualification of the crime and simplify the court process for the protection of the client.
2.3. Argumentation and evidence:
lawyer prices usually higher in someone who argues well in court.
In order to successfully reclassify or recognize actions as self-defense, it is necessary to collect and present convincing evidence, such as testimony, expert opinions, medical documents and other evidence confirming the motives and circumstances of the actions.
cost of services of a lawyer depends on the complexity of the stages of the lawyer's investigation
Trial and collection of evidence by a lawyer:
An overview of the stages of the court process in Ukraine in cases of bodily injuries of moderate severity.
Consideration of the role and functions of the lawyer in the collection and preparation of evidence for the court.
Analysis of methods of gathering evidence, including testimony, expert opinions, medical records and other evidence.
3.1. Stages of the court process:
Consideration of the procedural aspects of the court process in cases of inflicting bodily harm of moderate severity in Ukraine, including the preparation of a statement of the crime, investigation, preparation for court and court hearing.
3.2. Collection of evidence by a lawyer:
Consideration of the lawyer's role in gathering and preparing evidence for court.
Analysis of evidence, testimony, expert opinions and other materials related to the case by price for lawyer services.
Attorney fees increase with each difficulty in gathering evidence, keep that in mind.
3.3. Presentation of evidence in court:
The services of a lawyer in court are the basis, standard and mandatory practice in criminal proceedings.
Preparation and presentation of evidence by a lawyer at a court hearing in order to convince the court of the client's innocence or to facilitate the most favorable resolution of the case.
3.4. Reaction to the evidence of the opposing party:
Analyzing and responding to evidence presented by opposing parties in order to effectively defend the client's interests and strengthen the position at trial.
